🌬️ RespiratoryOral Tablet
Zileuton
zileuton
Zileuton extended-release tablets are indicated for the prophylaxis and chronic treatment of asthma in adults and children 12 years of age and older. Zileuton extended-release tablets are not indicated for use in the reversal of bronchospasm in acute asthma attacks.
Form
Oral Tablet
Uses
3
Side effects
3
Category
Respiratory
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What is Zileuton used for?
- Zileuton extended-release tablets are not indicated for use in the reversal of bronchospasm in acute asthma attacks.
- Therapy with zileuton extended-release tablet can be continued during acute exacerbations of asthma.
- Zileuton extended-release tablets are a leukotriene synthesis inhibitor indicated for the prophylaxis and chronic treatment of asthma in adults and children 12 years of age and older.
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zileuton side effects
Common side effects of zileuton include:
sinusitis
nausea
and pharyngolaryngeal pain
CommonModerateLess common
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zileuton warnings & precautions
- Hepatotoxicity: Elevations of one or more hepatic function enzymes and bilirubin may occur with zileuton extended-release tablets.
- Use zileuton extended-release tablets with caution in patients who consume substantial quantities of alcohol and/or have a history of liver disease.
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