Formoterol: Long-Acting Beta Agonist for Asthma and COPD

Formoterol is a long-acting beta-adrenergic agonist that helps relax muscles in the airways to improve breathing in conditions such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Category
Drug
Where to get
Prescription required, available at pharmacies
Applicable for
Formoterol
Beta-adrenergic agonist
Prepared by Lee Cheng, reviewed by Dr. Helena Rodriguez

Formoterol FAQ


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What is formoterol used for?

They relieve cough, shortness of breath, and troubled breathing by increasing the flow of air through the bronchial tubes. Formoterol is also used to prevent troubled breathing or wheezing caused by exercise (exercise-induced bronchospasm or EIB).

Is formoterol a bronchodilator?

Formoterol, also known as eformoterol, is a long-acting β 2 agonist (LABA) used as a bronchodilator in the management of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Formoterol has an extended duration of action (up to 12 h) compared to short-acting β 2 agonists such as salbutamol (albuterol), which are effective for 4 h to 6 h.

Can formoterol be used to treat asthma?

Formoterol is for use only in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and should not be used to treat asthma. Formoterol is not a rescue medicine. It will not work fast enough to treat a bronchospasm attack.

Is formoterol a long-term treatment for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?

Formoterol is also used for the long-term maintenance treatment of air flow blockage in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including chronic bronchitis and emphysema. COPD is a long-term lung disease that causes bronchospasm (wheezing or difficulty with breathing).

How does formoterol work?

Formoterol is called a bronchodilator, as it widens (dilates) your airways. It is intended to be used regularly to relieve airways-related problems in people who have asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It works by opening up the air passages in your lungs so that air can flow into your lungs more freely.

What is formoterol fumarate inhalation solution?

1. Indications and Usage for Formoterol Inhalation Solution Formoterol fumarate inhalation solution is indicated for the long-term, twice daily (morning and evening) administration in the maintenance treatment of bronchoconstriction in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including chronic bronchitis and emphysema

How do I use formoterol inhalation solution?

The formoterol inhalation solution should be used with a jet nebulizer that is connected to an air compressor with good air flow. The inhalation solution comes with a patient information leaflet and patient instructions. Read and follow the directions carefully before using this medicine.

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