zafirlukast

Definition / meaning of zafirlukast

A drug used to prevent and treat symptoms of asthma. It blocks substances that cause inflammation in the lungs. It is a type of antiasthmatic agent and a leukotriene receptor antagonist. Also called Accolate.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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