[A synthetic derivative of hydroxyurea with antiasthmatic properties. The leukotriene inhibitor zileuton blocks 5-lipoxygenase, which catalyzes the formation of leukotrienes from arachidonic acid; causes bronchodilation; decreases bronchial mucous secretion and edema; and may prevent or decrease the symptoms of asthma. (NCI04) ( NCI )]
UMLS (NCI) C0081408 - Organic Chemical
- Pharmacologic Substance
Relation/PAR: Hydroxycarbamide
[RE108] ANTIASTHMA, ANTILEUKOTRIENES
Relation/CHD: ZILEUTON 600 MG