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NoviLokast tablet 20 mg 20’s

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NoviLokast tablet contains Zafirlukast | belongs to Leukotriene antagonist

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How it works

NoviLokast tablet 20 mg 20’s works by blocking the action of certain natural substances that cause swelling and tightening of the airways.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for NoviLokast tablet 20 mg 20’s

  • Cough or hoarseness severe
  • Difficult or painful urination severe
  • Lower back or side pain severe
  • Fever or chills severe
  • Dark urine severe
  • Diarrhea severe
  • Headache severe
  • Itching severe
  • Loss of appetite severe
  • Nausea severe
  • Rash severe

Uses of NoviLokast tablet 20 mg 20’s

What is it prescribed for?

  • Asthma

    NoviLokast tablet 20 mg 20’s is used to prevent and treat the symptoms of chronic asthma.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

  • Onset of action

    The amount of time required by this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.

  • Duration of Effect

    The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

  • Safe with Alchohol?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is it habit forming?

    No habit forming tendency has been reported.

  • Usage in pregnancy?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

  • Usage while breast-feeding?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

When not to use?

  • Allergy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to NoviLokast tablet 20 mg 20’s or any other components present along with it.

  • Status asthmaticus

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with status asthmaticus, a severe and acute attack of asthma.

  • Hepatic impairment

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of hepatic impairment due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
  • Pregnancy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

  • Breast-feeding

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

General Warnings
  • Acute Bronchospasm

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with an acute bronchospasm since it is slow acting.

  • Acute asthma attacks

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with acute asthma attacks since it is slow acting.

  • Warfarin

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients taking warfarin due to the increased risk of excessive bleeding. Any symptoms such as unusual bleeding or bruising, headache, blood in urine or stools, weakness, etc. should be reported to the doctor immediately.

  • Hepatic dysfunction

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of hepatic impairment due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects.

  • Use in children

    This medicine is not recommended for use in children less than 5 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

  • Use in Geriatrics

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients greater than 65 years of age due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. The missed dose should be skipped if it is almost time for the next scheduled dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

  • Overdose

    Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions

Interaction with Medicines
  • Amiodarone moderate
  • Leflunomide severe
  • Aspirin moderate
  • Dapsone moderate
  • Atorvastatin moderate
  • Fentanyl severe
Disease interactions
  • severe

    This medicine is not indicated for use in patients with a known history of liver impairment including liver cirrhosis due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects.

General Instructions

Take NoviLokast tablet 20 mg 20’s as instructed by the doctor. Follow all the instructions mentioned on the label or package insert. This medicine should be taken on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before a meal or 2 hours after a meal. Do not take in larger or smaller quantities than prescribed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Other details

  • To be taken on an empty stomach
  • To be taken as instructed by doctor
  • Does not cause sleepiness

References

Additional Information:

what are the adverse effects of NoviLokast tablet 20 mg 20’s?

Headache, GI upset, rash. Increased serum transaminases. Increased respiratory infections in elderly. Rarely, hepatitis, bruising, bleeding disorders, thrombocytopenia, agranulocytosis, lower limb oedema, arthralgia, myalgia, hypersensitivity.

What happens if I miss a dose of NoviLokast tablet 20 mg 20’s?

Adults: 20 mg twice daily between meals.
Children: Prophylaxis of asthma: 12-18 yr, 20 mg twice daily.

One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver NoviLokast tablet 20 mg 20’s. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.

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