Understanding the Side Effects of Antileukotriene Medications
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In 2020, the FDA issued a boxed warning for montelukast, a common antileukotriene, highlighting the potential for serious neuropsychiatric side effects, including suicidal thoughts and actions. This class of medication, which also includes zafirlukast and zileuton, is used to manage asthma and allergies by blocking inflammatory leukotrienes.
