GENERIC NAME: ZAFIRLUKAST ORAL (za-FEER-lew-kast)

BRAND NAME(S): Accolate

Medication Uses | Other Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage | Medical Alert

USES: This medication is used for the prevention and treatment of chronic asthma. It is not intended for acute attacks.

OTHER USES: This drug may also be used to minimize breathing problems caused by exercising or sensitivity to aspirin.

HOW TO USE: Take as directed twice daily one hour before or two hours after a meal on a regular basis. While the drug should continue to be taken during an asthma attack, it will not stop the attack. It is meant to lessen the number and severity of attacks.

SIDE EFFECTS: Headache, nausea and diarrhea may occur. If these continue or are bothersome, notify your doctor promptly. Rarely, serious liver disease may occur. If you notice any of the following highly unlikely but very serious side effects, seek immediate medical attention: persistent nausea, stomach pain, dark urine, fatigue, yellowing eyes or skin. If you experience any of the side effects mentioned above, use of this drug may need to be stopped. If treatment is stopped due to those effects, never take this drug again. There is an increased risk of liver problems occurring in females. Very unlikely but notify your doctor promptly if you develop: sore throat, bleeding, bruising, muscle aches, unusual weight loss. An allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.