Zileuton (Zyflo) Asthma Treatment Overview

Zileuton, available as Zyflo, is a medication prescribed for the prevention and chronic treatment of asthma. It works by inhibiting the 5-lipoxygenase enzyme, reducing leukotrienes production, which are involved in the asthma inflammatory process.
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Prescription required, available in pharmacies
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Zileuton
Prepared by Lee Cheng, reviewed by Dr. Helena Rodriguez

Zileuton (Zyflo) FAQ


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What is Zyflo (zileuton) used for?

Zyflo (zileuton) is a leukotriene synthesis inhibitor used to control long-term (chronic) asthma and help decrease the number of asthma attacks. What Are Side Effects of Zyflo? Common side effects of Zyflo include: vomiting. Tell your doctor if you have unlikely but serious side effects of Zyflo including:

What is Zileuton used for?

Zileuton is used to prevent asthma attacks and for long-term management of asthma in adults and children at least 12 years old. Zileuton may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Can Zyflo (zileuton) be taken with or without food?

Take with or without food. ZYFLO (zileuton) regular release tablets can be taken with or without food. dosage, form, labeller, route of administration, and marketing period. Access drug product information from over 10 global regions. This compound belongs to the class of organic compounds known as 1-benzothiophenes.

Is zileuton a leukotriene synthesis inhibitor?

Epub 2007 Oct 19. [ Article] Zileuton is a leukotriene synthesis inhibitor used in the prophylaxis and treatment of chronic asthma.

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