Leukotriene antagonists Flashcards
1
Q
Zileuton
A
inhibits lipoxygenase 5 so no LT synthsis
causes liver tocxicity
4 times daily
rarely prescribed
2
Q
zafirlukast
A
inhibits LTD4 receptors
twice daily
3
Q
montelukast
A
inhibits LTD4 receptors
6 months old children
4
Q
side effects
A
vasculitis
chrug strauss syndrome
vivid dreams?
insomnia