It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Zukast. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zukast is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zukast is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
SAFE
Zukast does not usually affect your ability to drive.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zukast is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Zukast is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have an underlying kidney disease.
UNSAFE
Zukast is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.
Medicine Overview of Zukast 20mg Tablet
Introduction
Zukast is a prescription medicine used for asthma prevention and for the treatment of allergy symptoms such as sneezing and runny nose. It reduces inflammation in the airways and make breathing easier.
Zukast should be taken on an empty stomach, but...
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Uses of Zukast
Asthma prevention
Side effects of Zukast
Common
Headache
Infection
Nausea
Diarrhea
Pain
Weakness
How to use Zukast
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Zukast is to be taken empty stomach.
How Zukast works
Zukast works by blocking the action of leukotriene. It lowers inflammation in the airways and nose to prevent asthma.
What if you forget to take Zukast?
If you miss a dose of Zukast, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Zukast for asthma prevention and for the treatment of allergy symptoms such as sneezing and runny nose.
Take it on an empty stomach at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals.
It is a relatively safe medicine with very few side effects.
Take Zukast 2 hours before exercising if you have exercise-induced asthma.
It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficult...
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Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.
Brief Description
Indication
Chronic asthma
Administration
Should be taken on an empty stomach. Take at least 1 hr before or 2 hr after meals.
Zafirlukast selectively antagonises the leukotriene D4 receptor. It inhibits bronchoconstriction caused by various inhaled antigens or irritants. It i...
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Precaution
Not indicated for use in the reversal of bronchospasm in acute asthma attacks. Avoid abrupt substitution to oral or inhaled corticosteroids. Renal imp...
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Side Effect
>10%
headache (12.9% in age >12 yr)
1-10%
Abdominal pain (1.8%),Infection (3.5%),Nausea (3.1%),Diarrhea (2.8%),Generalized pain (1.8%),Vomiting (...
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Interaction
May enhance anticoagulant activity of warfarin resulting to increased prothrombin time. Decreased plasma levels w/ theophylline, terfenadine and eryth...
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