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Accolate.(Drug overview)
Pronounced: ACK-o-late
Generic name: Zafirlukast
Why is this drug prescribed?
Accolate helps prevent asthma attacks. It is prescribed for long-term treatment.
Most important fact about this drug
Accolate will not stop an asthma attack once it starts. You will still need to use an airway-opening medication when an attack occurs.
How should you take this medication?
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