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What is Zileuton? Zileuton is a respiratory medicine. The drug is often indicated in the treatment of bronchial asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease,... So what is the use of Zileuton?
1. What is the effect of Zileuton?
Zileuton is indicated for the control of chronic asthma and to help reduce the frequency of asthma attacks and improve asthma symptoms by blocking leukotrienes in the body.Besides the above uses, Zileuton may also be used to treat a number of other conditions that are not listed above. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking the drug for advice on how to use the drug effectively.
2. How to use and dosage of Zileuton
The drug is made in the form of tablets, so it can be used on an empty or full stomach, taking it with a full glass of water to avoid stomach irritation. Dosage of Zileuton drug will depend on the disease condition and age of the patient, usually the total dose is 2400mg:
For immediate-release tablets, take a dose of 600mg/day, 4 times a day, taken with meals eat and before going to bed. Extended release tablets 1200mg/day, twice a day, within 1 hour after breakfast and dinner. If you forget to take a dose, take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if the time of remembering is close to the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue taking the medicine as scheduled. Do not arbitrarily use the drug twice the dose more than the treatment regimen. Using an overdose of Zileuton can cause serious symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, weakness,...
3. Unwanted effects when using the drug Zileuton
Some unwanted effects that may occur when using Zileuton include:
Rash Nausea Headache Digestive disorders Anorexia Itching Pain, muscle weakness Changes in mood or behavior
4. Some notes when using Zileuton
Some notes when using Zileuton include:
Inform your doctor about a history of hypersensitivity, allergy to Zileuton or any other allergies. Zileuton may contain ingredients that are inactive and could cause an allergic reaction or other serious problems. Report any medications you are taking including prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, herbs and supplements, foods, preservatives or dyes. The use of the drug is contraindicated in children under 12 years of age, because there is no information on safety and effectiveness in this subject. Use with caution in patients with a history of liver and kidney disease and heavy alcohol consumption.
5. Drug interactions
Some drugs that can interact with Zileuton include:
Amiodarone Anagrelide Astemizole Carbamazepine Ceritinib Clarithromycin Clozapine Crizotinib Dabrafenib Eliglustat Eltrombopag Eslicarbazepine acetare Fentanyl Idelalisib Mitotane Nilotinib Nitsinone Pimozidone Piperaquine in the treatment of bronchial asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease,... However, Zileuton can cause some unwanted effects and drug interactions, so tell your doctor what medicines you take. are used to reduce this risk.
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