Zafirlukast Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

INFREQUENT side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Headache
  • Nausea

RARE side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Angioedema
  • Abnormal Liver Function Tests
  • Acute Liver Failure
  • Allergic Reaction Causing Inflammation Of Blood Vessels
  • Bleeding
  • Bruising
  • Damage To The Liver And Inflammation
  • High Amount Of Bilirubin In The Blood
  • Hives
  • Inflammation Of The Liver Called Hepatitis
  • Pneumonia With High Amount Of Eosinophil White Blood Cells
  • Suicidal Behavior
  • Suicidal Thoughts
  • Very Low Levels Of Granulocytes, A Type Of White Blood Cell

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Feeling Of General Discomfort Called Malaise
  • Abnormal Dreams
  • Aggressive Behavior
  • Agitation
  • Anxious Feelings
  • Depression
  • Diarrhea
  • Difficulty Sleeping
  • Fever
  • Hallucinations
  • Increased Eosinophils In The Blood
  • Indigestion
  • Irritability
  • Itching
  • Joint Pain
  • Muscle Pain
  • Muscle Tremors
  • Nervousness
  • Stomach Cramps
  • Visible Water Retention
  • Vomiting

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