Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Zafirlukast Tablet
Zafirlukast Tablet
| Generic name | zafirlukast |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Leukotriene modifiers (leukotriene receptor antagonist) |
| Forms | Film-coated tablet |
Zafirlukast is a prescription medicine that blocks substances in the body called leukotrienes, which cause airway swelling and tightening in asthma. It is used regularly to help prevent asthma attacks, not to treat them once they start.
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