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2. Long-acting beta-adrenoceptor agonist - Wikipedia

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   The proposed mechanism is that while LABAs relieve asthma symptoms, they can also promote bronchial inflammation and sensitivity without warning. [23] On February 18, 2011, the FDA issued a safety alert for long-acting β agonists. [24]

3. Salmeterol - Wikipedia

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   Salmeterol is a long-acting β 2 adrenergic receptor agonist (LABA) used in the maintenance and prevention of asthma symptoms and maintenance of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) symptoms. [2] Symptoms of bronchospasm include shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing and chest tightness.

4. Formoterol - Wikipedia

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   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.

5. If You're Living With Asthma, Here's Every Single Treatment ...

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   Quick-relief meds, also called rescue or short-acting drugs, are just what they sound like an 11th-hour Hail Mary when an asthma attack kicks in. “Whereas long-term and control medications treat ...

6. Beta2-adrenergic agonist - Wikipedia

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   Beta 2-adrenergic agonists, also known as adrenergic β 2 receptor agonists, are a class of drugs that act on the β 2 adrenergic receptor. Like other β adrenergic agonists , they cause smooth muscle relaxation. β 2 adrenergic agonists' effects on smooth muscle cause dilation of bronchial passages , vasodilation in muscle and liver ...

7. Anti-asthmatic agent - Wikipedia

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   Long-acting β2-adrenergic agonists, for example, vilanterol, ... Step 4: Daily symptoms, or waking with asthma once a week or more, and low lung function .