Formoterol
Category: AsthmaFormoterol, also known as eformoterol, is a long-acting β2 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 12h) compared to short-acting β2 agonists such as salbutamol (albuterol), which are effective for 4h to 6h. LABAs such as formoterol are used as "symptom controllers" to supplement prophylactic corticosteroid therapy. A "reliever" short-acting β2 agoni... [wikipedia]
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My husband has copd and is sleepy all the time. Can formoterol make him sleepy? He takes other meds as well but can'...
2 REPLIESFor the past 4yrs I am taking this medications with other medications tell me the side effects. If cold or allergy affec...
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