ZILEUTON

Overview

ZILEUTON is a Schedule H drug.
Zileuton is a leukotriene (loo-koe-TRY-een) inhibitor. Leukotrienes are chemicals your body releases when you breathe in an allergen (such as pollen). These chemicals cause swelling in your lungs and tightening of the muscles around your airways, which can result in asthma symptoms. Zileuton is used to prevent asthma attacks in adults and children as young as 12 years old.

Usage

ZILEUTON is generally used to treat: Asthma

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

ZILEUTON is generally taken After Food.
Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of mental illness, liver impairment, who are taking other medications, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication. Patient may develop with mental or mood changes or suicidal thoughts; watch them carefully. Continue the use of inhalers if you have used it before the treatment. Monitor liver functions regularly while taking this medication. It should not be used in children less than 12 years old.

Common Side-Effects

ZILEUTON : Abdomen Upset Stomach, Abdomen Pain

Serious Side-Effects

ZILEUTON : Depression, Nausea, Vomit, Loss Of Appetite, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Mood Swings, Difficulty Sleeping, Agitation, Hallucinations

Rare Side-Effects

ZILEUTON : Skin Rash, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Body Itching

Disease Interactions

ZILEUTON can interfere with: Acute Liver Failure, Alcoholism

Technical Classification

ZILEUTON is categorized as: LEUKOTRIENE MODIFIERS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

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