# Zileuton (Zileuton)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/zileuton
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Zileuton?

Zileuton is a 5-lipoxygenase inhibitor. It is prescribed to treat asthma. Across the United States, 234 doctors prescribe Zileuton to approximately 267 Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Zileuton

## Indications

Zileuton is primarily prescribed for the treatment of asthma.

## Conditions treated

- [Asthma](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/asthma)

## Mechanism of action

Zileuton is an inhibitor of 5-lipoxygenase and thus inhibits leukotriene (LTB 4 , LTC 4 , LTD 4 and LTE 4 ) formation. Both the R(+) and S(-) enantiomers are pharmacologically active as 5-lipoxygenase inhibitors in in vitro and in vivo systems.

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: 5-Lipoxygenase Inhibitor [EPC]
- Mechanism of Action class: 5-Lipoxygenase Inhibitors [MoA]
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

d: sinusitis, nausea, pharyngolaryngeal pain, t elevations

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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