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40.72

USED FOR:
Asthma prevention

COMPOSITION:
Zafirlukast (10mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
respiratory

Related Warnings
SAFE
Alcohol
SAFE

It is generally safe to consume alcohol with Zuvair 10mg Tablet.

PROBABLY SAFE
Pregnancy
PROBABLY SAFE

Zuvair 10mg Tablet is probably safe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

CAUTION
Lactation
CAUTION

Zuvair 10mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.

SAFE
Driving
SAFE

Zuvair 10mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

SAFE
Kidney
SAFE

Zuvair 10mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Zuvair 10mg Tablet is recommended.However, inform your doctor if you have an underlying kidney disease.

UNSAFE
Liver
UNSAFE

Zuvair 10mg Tablet 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.

Zafirlukast   10mg

Uses of Zuvair Tablet
Zuvair 10mg Tablet is used in asthma prevention.

How to use Zuvair Tablet
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. Zuvair 10mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

How Zuvair Tablet works
Zuvair 10mg Tablet works by blocking the action of leukotriene. It lowers inflammation in the airways and nose to prevent asthma.

Side Effects:

Common Headache, Infection, Nausea, Diarrhoea, Pain, Weakness.

Expert advice for Zuvair Tablet
Take it in the evening for better control of asthma or allergies symptoms. Relatively safe medicine with very few side effects. Take Zuvair 2 hours before exercising if you have exercise-induced asthma. Will not work for sudden wheezing or asthma attacks once they start. Always carry a fast-acting (rescue) inhaler with you. Not as effective as steroid inhalers for asthma. Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor even if you feel better.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is zafirlukast an antihistamine or a steroid or a blood thinner?
Zafirlukast is leukotriene receptor antagonist used to relieve difficulty in breathing during asthma

Q. Does Singulair contain Zuvair?
No. Singulair is proprietary (brand) name for montelukast drug, a leukotriene receptor blocker similar to Zuvair

Q. Is Zuvair gluten free?
Yes. Zuvair is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use

Q. Does Zuvair cause weight gain?
Zuvair has not been reported to cause weight gain.

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