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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?
Accolate should be taken twice every day, whether or not you have had any recent asthma attacks. Do not take the medication with food. Allow at least 1 hour to pass before eating, or wait for 2 hours after a meal. You can...
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