Arformoterol – what it is, how it works and side effects!

Arformoterol is used as a long-term (maintenance) treatment to prevent and lessen wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema). It also belongs to a class of drugs known as bronchodilators. It works on the airways, opening up respiratory passages and relaxing muscles.

Controlling the symptoms of breathing problems can cut down on time spent at work or school. This medication does not work right away and should not be used for sudden attacks of breathing problems. Your doctor should prescribe a quick-relief medication/inhaler (such as albuterol, also known as albuterol) for sudden shortness of breath while using arformoterol . You should always have a quick-relief inhaler with you.

What is arformoterol?

Arformoterol  is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways to improve breathing, and it is also used to prevent bronchoconstriction in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including chronic bronchitis and emphysema. Arformoterol  will not treat an attack of bronchospasm that has already started.

Important information:

• It is not a rescue drug. It won’t work fast enough to treat a bronchospasm attack;
• Arformoterol  may increase the risk of death or hospitalization in people with asthma, but the risk in people with COPD is not known;
• Seek medical help if your breathing problems get worse or if you think your medications aren’t working either.
• Before taking this medicine;
• You should not use arformoterol if you are allergic to that compound.

Also, this medication may increase the risk of death or hospitalization in people with asthma, but the risk in people with COPD is not known. Talk to your doctor about your individual risk.

• To make sure the medicine  is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have had it;
• Heart disease, high blood pressure;
• Convulsion ;
• Diabetes;
• Liver disease;
• Thyroid disorder;
• It is not known whether arformoterol will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant;
• It is not known whether the drug  passes into breast milk or whether it could affect a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding
• drug is not approved for use by anyone under the age of 18.

How should I use arformoterol?

Use arformoterol exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all instructions on your prescription label. Do not use this medication in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Read all patient information, medication guides and instruction sheets. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

Arformoterol  is not a rescue medication. It won’t work fast enough to treat a bronchospasm attack. Only use a fast-acting inhalation medication for an attack. Tell your doctor if your asthma medications don’t seem to work as well.

Arformoterol Dosage:

• Adult dose of drug  for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease;
• Maintenance: 15 mcg inhaled by nebulization twice daily (morning and evening);
• Maximum Daily Dose: 30 mcg.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

• Seek emergency medical attention or call emergency services. An overdose of Arformoterol  inhalation can be fatal.
• Symptoms of overdose can include chest pain , fast or irregular heartbeat, nervousness, tremors, muscle cramps , feeling dizzy, and fainting.

What should I avoid when using arformoterol?

• Do not use a second bronchodilator unless your doctor tells you what to do. This includes formoterol, indaca terol, atherology, salmeterol or vilanterol.

Arformoterol side effects:

Seek emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to the remedy: hives ; difficulty breathing; swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat.

Call your doctor right away if you have:

• Wheezing, choking or other breathing problems after using this medicine;
• Worsening of respiratory problems;
• Chest pain , rapid heartbeat;
• High blood sugar – increased thirst, increased urination, dry mouth, fruity-smelling breath, headache , blurred vision;
• Increased blood pressure – severe headache , blurred vision, pounding in the neck or ears, anxiety, nosebleeds
• Low potassium – leg cramps, constipation, irregular heartbeat, chest flutter, increased thirst or urination, numbness or tingling, muscle weakness or lameness.
• Common effects of arformoterol can include:
• Chest pain , difficulty breathing;
• Back pain;
• diarrhea ;
• leg cramps;
• Rash;
• Swelling in the hands or feet;
• Stuffy nose;
• Flu symptoms .

What other drugs can interact with arformoterol?

Other medications may interact with the medication, including prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins , and herbal products. Also, tell your doctor about all your current medications and any medications you have started or stopped using.

Other information:

Remember to keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others and use Brovana only for the indication prescribed.