Perforomist: COPD and Asthma Management

A medication used in the management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma.
Category
Drug
Where to get
Available by prescription in pharmacies.
Formoterol
Bronchodilator
Prepared by Lee Cheng, reviewed by Dr. Helena Rodriguez

Perforomist FAQ


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What is Perforomist ®?

PERFOROMIST®. PERFOROMIST is a long-acting maintenance treatment that may help manage your COPD symptoms for up to 12 hours. PERFOROMIST Inhalation Solution is a long-acting beta 2 -adrenergic agonist (LABA) used to control the symptoms of COPD in adults with COPD.

What is Perforomist ® (formoterol fumarate)?

PERFOROMIST ® (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.

Can Perforomist be used to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?

Perforomist is used to control the symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including and chronic bronchitis and emphysema. Perforomist may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Perforomist is for use only in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and should not be used to treat asthma.

What is a Perforomist bronchodilator?

Perforomist inhalation (formoterol) is a long-acting bronchodilator. It relaxes muscles in the airways to improve breathing. Perforomist is used to control the symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including and chronic bronchitis and emphysema. Perforomist may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

How long does Perforomist last?

PERFOROMIST is a long-acting maintenance treatment that may help manage your COPD symptoms for up to 12 hours. PERFOROMIST Inhalation Solution is a long-acting beta 2 -adrenergic agonist (LABA) used to control the symptoms of COPD in adults with COPD. COPD is a chronic lung disease that includes chronic bronchitis, emphysema, or both.

What is Perforomist (formoterol fumarate)?

1. Indications and Usage for Perforomist PERFOROMIST (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.

What is Perforomist inhalation solution?

LABA medicines such as PERFOROMIST Inhalation Solution help the muscles around the airways in your lungs stay relaxed to prevent symptoms, such as wheezing, cough, chest tightness, and shortness of breath. PERFOROMIST Inhalation Solution is for long-term use and should be taken 2 times each day, to improve the symptoms of COPD for better breathing.

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