Perforomist (Formoterol Fumarate Inhalation Solution) Drug Center: Guide to Drug Information for Professionals, Patients and Caregivers at RxList

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May 27, 2012

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Perforomist Drug Center

What is Prescribing information?

The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.

Perforomist Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage

PERFOROMIST® (formoterol fumarate) Structural Formula Illustration

Maintenance Treatment of COPD

PERFOROMIST (formoterol fumarate) Inhalation Solution is indicated for the long-term, twice daily (morning and evening) administration in the maintenance treatment of bronchoconstriction in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including chronic bronchitis and emphysema.

Important Limitations of Use

PERFOROMIST Inhalation Solution is not indicated to treat acute deteriorations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS].

PERFOROMIST Inhalation Solution is not ind...

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What is Perforomist Prescribing Information?

Drug Description - Indications & Dosage - Side Effects & Drug Interactions - Warnings & Precautions - Contraindications - Medication Guide and More

What is Patient information?

Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.

Perforomist Patient Information: Side Effects

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

Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

chest pain, fast or pounding heartbeats, tremors, shaking, or restless feeling;
wheezing, choking, or other breathing problems after using this medication;
increased thirst or hunger, urinating more than usual; or
worsening asthma symptoms.

Less serious side effects may include:

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What is Perforomist Patient Information?

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What is Consumer information?

A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.

Perforomist Consumer Information: Uses

Formoterol is used as a long-term (maintenance) treatment to prevent or decrease breathing problems caused by ongoing lung diseases (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema). Formoterol belongs to the class of drugs known as long-acting inhaled beta-agonists. It works by opening air passages in the lungs to make breathing easier. This effect helps to reduce wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath.

This medication does not work immediately and should not be used for sudden attacks of breathing trouble. Your doctor must prescribe a quick-reli...

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