Leukotriene antagonists Flashcards

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Zileuton

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inhibits lipoxygenase 5 so no LT synthsis
causes liver tocxicity
4 times daily
rarely prescribed

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2
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zafirlukast

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inhibits LTD4 receptors
twice daily

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3
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montelukast

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inhibits LTD4 receptors
6 months old children

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4
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side effects

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vasculitis
chrug strauss syndrome
vivid dreams?
insomnia

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