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Zafirlukast 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 Zafirlukast is used -
Mild
Unknown
Is the use of Zafirlukast safe for pregnant women?
Zafirlukast can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Zafirlukast right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Zafirlukast safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Zafirlukast. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Zafirlukast on the Kidneys?
Zafirlukast rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zafirlukast on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Zafirlukast. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Zafirlukast on the Heart?
Zafirlukast has very mild side effects on the heart.
Zafirlukast 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 Zafirlukast unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zafirlukast habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Zafirlukast has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Zafirlukast will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Zafirlukast should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Zafirlukast is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zafirlukast
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Zafirlukast together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zafirlukast
Taking alcohol with Zafirlukast can be dangerous.
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)