| Why
is Accolate prescribed?
Accolate is used to prevent asthma symptoms. It works by blocking
the action of substances that cause inflammation, fluid retention,
mucous secretion, and constriction in your lungs.
Zafirlukast
is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist
for more information.
How
should Accolate be used?
Accolate comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It usually is
taken two times a day. Follow the directions on your label carefully,
and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any
part you do not understand. Take Accolate exactly as directed. Do
not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed
by your doctor.
Zafirlukast
controls asthma symptoms but does not cure them. Continue to take
Accolate even if you feel well. Do not stop taking Accolate without
talking to your doctor.
Accolate :
Full Prescribing Information
| Accolate's
Price List |
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| |
Brand Name |
Generic Name |
Strength |
Manufacturer |
Quantity |
US$ |
|
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Accolate (brand)==unavailable== |
Zafirlukast |
20mg tab |
Astra |
28 tabs |
42.00 |
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What special precautions should I follow?
Before taking Accolate, --
tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to Accolate
or any other drugs.
--tell your doctor and pharmacist what medications you are taking,
especially anticoagulants ('blood thinners') such as
warfarin (Coumadin), aspirin, erythromycin,
terfenadine (Seldane), theophylline (Theo-Dur), and vitamins.
-- tell your doctor if you have or have ever had liver disease.
-- tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant,
or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking Accolate,
call your doctor.
What should I do if I forget a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it
is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue
your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make
up for a missed one.
What
side effects can Accolate cause?
Although side effects from accolate are not common, they can occur.
Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not
go away.
-
headache
- vomiting
- diarrhea
- dizziness
- muscle or joint pain
If
you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor
immediately.
-
upset stomach
- pain in the right upper part of your stomach
- fatigue
- lack of energy
- itching
- yellowing of the skin or eyes
- loss of appetite
- flu-like symptoms
- cold or infection that lasts a long time
- rash
- increased difficulty breathing
What storage conditions are needed for
Accolate?
Keep Zafirlukast in the container it came in, tightly closed,
and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and
away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw
away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed. Talk
to your pharmacist about the proper disposal of your medication.
What
other information should I know?
Keep all appointments with your doctor and the laboratory.
Your doctor may order certain lab tests to check your response
to accolate.
Call
your doctor if your asthma symptoms do not improve or worsen.
Accolate
will not stop an acute attack that has already started. Continue
to use the medication prescribed for your acute attacks.
Do
not let anyone else take your medication. Ask your pharmacist
any questions you have.
Accolate :
Full Prescribing Information |