Zileuton
General English name: Zileuton
Brand: Zyflo
Application: Asthma, shortness of breath
Pharmaceutical forms of xylotone
Xylotone Drug Information
The correct amount and method of xylotone consumption
Contraindications to xylotone
Taking xylotone during pregnancy and lactation
The effect of taking Zileuton on driving
Drug Interaction Xylotone
Warning about taking Zileuton
Side effects of xylotone
Side effects of Zileuton overdose (xylutone poisoning)
Storage conditions of Zileuton
Pharmaceutical forms of xylotone
Tablet
Xylotone Drug Information
Xyloton is used to control and prevent the symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. Controlling asthma symptoms helps you to get back to your normal daily activities. This drug should be used regularly to be effective. Xyloton does not work immediately and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If you have an asthma attack, take quick-acting inhalers such as albuterol and salbutamol.
The correct amount and method of xylotone consumption
- Read the package leaflet carefully before starting treatment with this medicine. This brochure will help you to get information about the drug and its possible side effects.
- The dose and amount of Zileuton varies from person to person; Use the medicine exactly as your doctor advised. It is usually given 4 times a day.
- Swallow Zileuton tablets at certain times of the day (with or without food) with some water.
- If you forget to take your daily dose at the right time but soon forget to take it; But if you remember when the next dose is near the hour, do not take the missed dose. You should not take two doses of the medicine together because of the missed dose.
Contraindications to xylotone
Pay attention to the expiration date of the xylotone tablet and do not take it if the medicine in your hand has expired.
Never give Zileuton to another person, even if you have the same symptoms.
Check for drug interactions with xylotone, and if you are using a drug that interacts with this drug, talk to your doctor about using your medications.
Taking xylotone during pregnancy and lactation
During pregnancy and lactation, you should not use the drug arbitrarily without consulting your doctor.
The effect of taking Zileuton on driving
Xyloton does not cause drowsiness, but if you have such symptoms, avoid driving or operating machinery until these symptoms have resolved.
Drug Interaction Xylotone
Drug interactions may alter drug performance and increase the risk of serious side effects. Make a list of all the medicines (including prescription / over-the-counter and herbal medicines) you use and share them with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not change the dose of your medicine without consulting your doctor or stop taking the medicine.
Xylotone can affect the elimination of some drugs from the body and thus affect the performance of that drug, one of these drugs is: pimozide
Warning about taking Zileuton
Some medications may not be prescribed under certain conditions, and some medications may be prescribed if additional treatment is needed; Therefore, it is best for your doctor to be aware of the following before taking xylotone:
- If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or breast-feeding your baby.
- If you have a liver problem.
- If you drink alcohol.
- If you are taking certain medications. These medicines include all the medicines available, whether you are prescribed them or taking them without a doctor's prescription, such as herbal medicines and complementary medicines.
- If you have a history of an allergic reaction to another medicine.
Side effects of xylotone
All medications can cause side effects. But many consumers also do not experience any side effects. Some of the side effects go away shortly after taking this medicine. In case of persistent side effects, the physician should be informed.
Stomach ache
Discomfort and stomach pain
Symptoms of liver disease (such as persistent nausea and vomiting, anorexia, stomach pain, yellowing of the eyes or skin, dark urine), mood swings (such as sleep problems, confusion, hallucinations, depression, suicidal thoughts): If such symptoms If you are serious, see a doctor immediately.
Consult your doctor if you have any other symptoms that you feel may be due to the use of Zileuton.
Side effects of Zileuton overdose (xylutone poisoning)
Do not take more than the dose prescribed by your doctor.
If you feel that someone has been poisoned and you have symptoms such as shortness of breath, fainting and weakness (fainting), call the emergency room immediately.
Storage conditions of Zileuton
Keep the medicine out of the reach of children.
Store the medicine in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight.