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Zafirlukast

Also known as: Accolate

Leukotriene Receptor AntagonistLeukotriene Receptor AntagonistsCytochrome P450 2C9 Inhibitors

Route: Oral

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11 interactions on record

Zafirlukast has 11 known drug interactions based on U.S. FDA drug labeling data. 2 are classified as major interactions requiring close medical supervision. Notable interactions include combinations with Warfarin, Warfarin Sodium, Aspirin. Patients taking Zafirlukast should inform their healthcare provider of all current medications — including over-the-counter drugs and supplements — to avoid potentially harmful combinations. Data sourced from OpenFDA and the NIH National Library of Medicine.

Total
11
Major
2
Moderate
8
Minor
1

Major (2)

Moderate (8)

  • Zafirlukast + AspirinAspirin increases zafirlukast mean plasma levels by approximately 45%.
  • Zafirlukast + CarbamazepineZafirlukast may interact with carbamazepine as it is metabolized by CYP2C9. Care should be exercised when coadministered
  • Zafirlukast + ErythromycinErythromycin decreases zafirlukast plasma levels by approximately 40% due to decreased zafirlukast bioavailability.
  • Zafirlukast + FluconazoleCoadministration of zafirlukast with fluconazole, a moderate CYP2C9 inhibitor, resulted in increased plasma levels of za
  • Zafirlukast + ItraconazoleItraconazole is a strong CYP2C9 inhibitor likely to increase zafirlukast exposure.
  • Zafirlukast + PhenytoinZafirlukast may interact with phenytoin as it is metabolized by CYP2C9. Care should be exercised when coadministered.
  • Zafirlukast + TheophyllineRare cases of increased theophylline levels and toxicity reported with zafirlukast addition. Zafirlukast levels decrease
  • Zafirlukast + TolbutamideZafirlukast may interact with tolbutamide as it is metabolized by CYP2C9. Care should be exercised when coadministered.

Minor (1)

Data sourced from U.S. FDA drug labeling via openFDA and the NIH National Library of Medicine, supplemented with a small number of well-established interactions from curated clinical references. For informational purposes only. Always consult your pharmacist or physician.