Formoterol and glycopyrrolate

Generic name: Formoterol And Glycopyrrolate
Brand names: Bevespi Aerosphere
Dosage form: inhalation aerosol (4.8 mcg-9 mcg/inh)
Drug class: Bronchodilator combinations

Usage of Formoterol and glycopyrrolate

Formoterol and glycopyrrolate is a combination medicine used to prevent airflow obstruction and reduce flare-ups in adults with COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), including bronchitis and emphysema.

Formoterol and glycopyrrolate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Formoterol and glycopyrrolate side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Formoterol and glycopyrrolate may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have:

tremors, nervousness, chest pain, fast or pounding heartbeats;

wheezing, choking, or other breathing problems after using formoterol and glycopyrrolate;

painful or difficult urination;

blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain or redness, or seeing halos around lights;

high blood sugar--increased thirst, increased urination, dry mouth, fruity breath odor; or

low potassium level--leg cramps, constipation, irregular heartbeats, fluttering in your chest, numbness or tingling, muscle weakness or limp feeling.

Common side effects of formoterol and glycopyrrolate may include:

cough; or

urination problems.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Formoterol and glycopyrrolate

You should not use formoterol and glycopyrrolate if you are allergic to formoterol or glycopyrrolate. This medicine is for use only in people with COPD and should not be used to treat asthma.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

heart disease, high blood pressure;

a seizure;

liver disease;

glaucoma;

diabetes;

a thyroid disorder;

urination problems; or

any food or drug allergies.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

This medicine is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.

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How to use Formoterol and glycopyrrolate

Usual Adult Dose for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease -- Maintenance:

2 inhalations orally twice a day, in the morning and in the eveningMaximum dose: 2 inhalations twice dailyComments:-Two inhalations of formoterol 4.8 mcg-glycopyrrolate 9 mcg equal one dose.Uses: Long-term, maintenance treatment of airflow obstruction in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including chronic bronchitis and/or emphysema

Warnings

This medicine is for use only in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and should not be used to treat asthma.

Formoterol and glycopyrrolate is not a rescue medicine. It will not work fast enough to treat a bronchospasm attack.

Seek medical attention if your breathing problems get worse quickly, or if you think your medications are not working as well.

What other drugs will affect Formoterol and glycopyrrolate

Tell your doctor about all your other medicines, especially:

atropine;

antifungal or antiviral medicine;

medicine to treat depression, anxiety, mood disorders, or mental illness;

cold or allergy medicine (Benadryl and others);

medicine to treat Parkinson's disease;

medicine to treat stomach problems, motion sickness, or irritable bowel syndrome;

medicine to treat overactive bladder; or

other bronchodilator medication.

This list is not complete. Other drugs may affect formoterol and glycopyrrolate, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.

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