Examples: Formoterol , indacaterol, salmeterol
Combined therapy:
Effect: bronchodilation, decreased excudation & cholinergic response, increased mucocilliary response
Conditions:
More frequently used in Asthma
Second line as monotherpay in COPD
*Note: formoterol is a fast-acting LABA, used in Symbicot®(ICS/LABA) and Combivent®
CI: N/A
MOA: Activation of Beta 2 adrenergic receptor
Admin: Inhaled, 1-2x per day
Side effects:
B2