Zuvair 10 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Asthma.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zuvair 10 Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Zuvair 10 Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Zuvair 10 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Zuvair 10 Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Zuvair 10 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Zuvair 10 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Zuvair 10 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Zuvair 10 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Zuvair 10 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Zuvair 10 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zuvair 10 Tablet is used -
Mild
Unknown
Is the use of Zuvair 10 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Zuvair can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Zuvair right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Zuvair 10 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Zuvair. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Zuvair 10 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Zuvair rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zuvair 10 Tablet on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Zuvair. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Zuvair only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Zuvair 10 Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Zuvair rarely affect the heart.
Zuvair 10 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zuvair 10 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zuvair 10 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Zuvair 10 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Zuvair 10 Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Zuvair 10 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Zuvair 10 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zuvair 10 Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Zuvair 10 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zuvair 10 Tablet
Taking Zuvair 10 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 228-229
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Accolate® (zafirlukast)