Zuvair 10mg Tablet

About this Medicine

Zuvair 10mg Tablet is a medicine used for the treatment and prevention of asthma. It reduces inflammation in the airways and makes breathing easier.Zuvair 10mg Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It is advised to have it 2 hours before exercise if you have exercise-induced asthma. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Swallow the tablets whole with a drink of water. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. It does not cure sudden breathing problems, so always carry a medicated inhaler with you.The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, infection, nausea, and diarrhea.  If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Generally, you should avoid alcohol while taking this medicine.Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have ever had severe liver problems. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. You must inform your doctor about pregnancy or breastfeeding.

How it Works

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

Key Facts

Chemical Class :: Benzenesulfonamide Derivative|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: RESPIRATORY|Action Class :: Leukotriene antagonists

Safety Overview

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Lactation

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Driving

SAFE

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Liver

UNSAFE