Foradil

Asthma, Bronchoconstriction, maintenance therapy + 6 more

Treatment

20 Active Studies for Foradil

What is Foradil

Formoterol

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Formoterol is an inhalable medication used to treat COPD and asthma. It works by relaxing the bronchial muscles in the lungs, making it easier to breathe. The effects of this drug can be felt in a few minutes and can last up to 12 hours. Formoterol is available on its own or combined with corticosteroids and/or long-acting muscarinic antagonists. It is prescribed both as a rescue medication and as a maintenance medication.

Foradil

is the brand name

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Foradil Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Foradil

Formoterol

2001

37

Effectiveness

How Foradil Affects Patients

Formoterol relaxes the muscles in the lungs, allowing more air to flow in and out. It starts to work quickly (2-3 minutes) and provides relief for up to 12 hours. It is important to note that taking formoterol without other medications (like inhaled corticosteroids) can increase the risk of death due to asthma.

How Foradil works in the body

Formoterol is a long-acting medication that helps to relax the muscles in the airways, making it easier to breathe. It works by targeting beta<sub>2</sub>-adrenergic receptors, which are found in the lungs. It also has some activity on beta<sub>1</sub> and beta<sub>3</sub> receptors found in the heart, but is much more effective at targeting the beta<sub>2</sub> receptors in the lungs. When formoterol binds to these receptors, it stimulates an enzyme called adenylyl cyclase which helps to relax the muscles in

When to interrupt dosage

The prescribed measure of Foradil is dependent upon the diagnosed condition, including Bronchial Asthma, Bronchoconstriction and Asthma. The amount of dosage depends on the technique of delivery (e.g. Solution - Respiratory (inhalation) or Aerosol) detailed in the table below.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

, 0.012 mg, 0.005 mg, 0.02 mg/mL, 0.0048 mg, 0.0045 mg, 0.009 mg, 0.012 mg/pump actuation, 0.0058 mg/pump actuation, 0.006 mg/pump actuation, 0.005 mg/pump actuation

, Respiratory (inhalation), Capsule, Capsule - Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered, Powder, Powder - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, Aerosol - Respiratory (inhalation), Solution - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered, Aerosol, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Solution

Asthma

, 0.012 mg, 0.005 mg, 0.02 mg/mL, 0.0048 mg, 0.0045 mg, 0.009 mg, 0.012 mg/pump actuation, 0.0058 mg/pump actuation, 0.006 mg/pump actuation, 0.005 mg/pump actuation

, Respiratory (inhalation), Capsule, Capsule - Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered, Powder, Powder - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, Aerosol - Respiratory (inhalation), Solution - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered, Aerosol, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Solution

Bronchoconstriction

, 0.012 mg, 0.005 mg, 0.02 mg/mL, 0.0048 mg, 0.0045 mg, 0.009 mg, 0.012 mg/pump actuation, 0.0058 mg/pump actuation, 0.006 mg/pump actuation, 0.005 mg/pump actuation

, Respiratory (inhalation), Capsule, Capsule - Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered, Powder, Powder - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, Aerosol - Respiratory (inhalation), Solution - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered, Aerosol, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Solution

maintenance therapy

, 0.012 mg, 0.005 mg, 0.02 mg/mL, 0.0048 mg, 0.0045 mg, 0.009 mg, 0.012 mg/pump actuation, 0.0058 mg/pump actuation, 0.006 mg/pump actuation, 0.005 mg/pump actuation

, Respiratory (inhalation), Capsule, Capsule - Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered, Powder, Powder - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, Aerosol - Respiratory (inhalation), Solution - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered, Aerosol, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Solution

Asthma, Exercise-Induced

, 0.012 mg, 0.005 mg, 0.02 mg/mL, 0.0048 mg, 0.0045 mg, 0.009 mg, 0.012 mg/pump actuation, 0.0058 mg/pump actuation, 0.006 mg/pump actuation, 0.005 mg/pump actuation

, Respiratory (inhalation), Capsule, Capsule - Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered, Powder, Powder - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, Aerosol - Respiratory (inhalation), Solution - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered, Aerosol, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Solution

Chronic Obstructive Airway Disease

, 0.012 mg, 0.005 mg, 0.02 mg/mL, 0.0048 mg, 0.0045 mg, 0.009 mg, 0.012 mg/pump actuation, 0.0058 mg/pump actuation, 0.006 mg/pump actuation, 0.005 mg/pump actuation

, Respiratory (inhalation), Capsule, Capsule - Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered, Powder, Powder - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, Aerosol - Respiratory (inhalation), Solution - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered, Aerosol, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Solution

Asthma

, 0.012 mg, 0.005 mg, 0.02 mg/mL, 0.0048 mg, 0.0045 mg, 0.009 mg, 0.012 mg/pump actuation, 0.0058 mg/pump actuation, 0.006 mg/pump actuation, 0.005 mg/pump actuation

, Respiratory (inhalation), Capsule, Capsule - Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered, Powder, Powder - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, Aerosol - Respiratory (inhalation), Solution - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered, Aerosol, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Solution

Chronic Obstructive Airway Disease

, 0.012 mg, 0.005 mg, 0.02 mg/mL, 0.0048 mg, 0.0045 mg, 0.009 mg, 0.012 mg/pump actuation, 0.0058 mg/pump actuation, 0.006 mg/pump actuation, 0.005 mg/pump actuation

, Respiratory (inhalation), Capsule, Capsule - Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered, Powder, Powder - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, Aerosol - Respiratory (inhalation), Solution - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered, Aerosol, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Solution

Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive

, 0.012 mg, 0.005 mg, 0.02 mg/mL, 0.0048 mg, 0.0045 mg, 0.009 mg, 0.012 mg/pump actuation, 0.0058 mg/pump actuation, 0.006 mg/pump actuation, 0.005 mg/pump actuation

, Respiratory (inhalation), Capsule, Capsule - Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered, Powder, Powder - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, Aerosol - Respiratory (inhalation), Solution - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered, Aerosol, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Solution

Warnings

Foradil has four contraindications and should not be utilized while experiencing any of the conditions presented in the table below.

Foradil Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions

Do Not Combine

Formoterol may interact with Pulse Frequency

Status Asthmaticus

Do Not Combine

Asthma

Do Not Combine

Status Asthmaticus

Do Not Combine

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Foradil.

Common Foradil Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Amoxapine

Major

The metabolism of Amoxapine can be decreased when combined with Formoterol.

Astemizole

Major

The metabolism of Astemizole can be decreased when combined with Formoterol.

Clomipramine

Major

The metabolism of Clomipramine can be decreased when combined with Formoterol.

Cyclophosphamide

Major

The metabolism of Cyclophosphamide can be decreased when combined with Formoterol.

Dacomitinib

Major

The metabolism of Dacomitinib can be decreased when combined with Formoterol.

Foradil Toxicity & Overdose Risk

The lowest toxic dose of formoterol in rats is 3130mg/kg. Overdosing on formoterol can cause symptoms such as chest pain, high or low blood pressure, fast heartbeat, abnormal heart rhythm, anxiety, headache, shaking, and seizures. Lab tests may show low potassium levels, high blood sugar, and an acidic balance in the body. Treatment for overdosing on formoterol should focus on stabilizing the patient and checking the heart rate. A beta-blocker that affects only the heart may be used to reduce the effects of too much adrenaline in the body if necessary.

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Foradil Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Foradil?

251 active studies are currently being conducted to determine the potential of Foradil in alleviating Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Moderate to Severe COPD and Chronic Obstructive Airway Disease.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

72 Actively Recruiting

Phase 3, Phase 1, Phase 2, Not Applicable, Early Phase 1, Phase 4

Chronic Obstructive Airway Disease

7 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 4

maintenance therapy

0 Actively Recruiting

Chronic Obstructive Airway Disease

0 Actively Recruiting

Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive

0 Actively Recruiting

Asthma, Exercise-Induced

0 Actively Recruiting

Asthma

1 Actively Recruiting

Phase 4

Bronchoconstriction

0 Actively Recruiting

Asthma

86 Actively Recruiting

Phase 1, Phase 4, Early Phase 1, Not Applicable, Phase 2, Phase 3

Foradil Reviews: What are patients saying about Foradil?

5

Patient Review

4/14/2012

Foradil for Additional Controller Medication for Asthma

This is the only treatment I've found that actually relieves my exercise-induced asthma attacks and symptoms.

5

Patient Review

2/19/2011

Foradil for COPD with Chronic Bronchitis

This medication has been a great help for my breathing and emphysema.

5

Patient Review

2/5/2011

Foradil for Bronchi Muscle Spasm resulting from COPD

This treatment really allows me to do more than before.

5

Patient Review

9/30/2009

Foradil for Asthma

I've used this medication for years without any issues, but recently I started having to use my rescue inhaler more frequently while exercising. I'm hoping it's just a cold or something, but I'm going to talk to my doctor about it.

5

Patient Review

5/3/2013

Foradil for Bronchospasm Prevention with COPD

Foradil is more effective than the CCs, in my opinion.

4.7

Patient Review

9/28/2012

Foradil for COPD with Chronic Bronchitis

I've been using this product for over 15 years and it's still the best one I've tried. It's like a breath of fresh air.

4.7

Patient Review

2/13/2011

Foradil for Asthma

The only drawback of Foradil is the Aerolizer itself; sometimes the capsule doesn't puncture properly. Other than that, this medication has been great for me.

4.3

Patient Review

3/12/2013

Foradil for Additional Controller Medication for Asthma

Was going great! I could play tennis and be active without any issues. Suddenly, I got a lung infection which was treated with antibiotics; that cleared up. However, now my blood pressure is low (103/59) and I feel chilled all day. At night, I sweat in bed until morning. Always feel tired.

4.3

Patient Review

2/13/2014

Foradil for COPD with Chronic Bronchitis

Foradil has been a great help for my COPD, reducing my need to use an inhaler from every two hours to just once a day. The only downside is that sometimes the capsules are defective and break before I can inhale them, wasting the medication.

4.3

Patient Review

8/30/2009

Foradil for Bronchi Muscle Spasm resulting from COPD

I've been using forasil for 18 months as an alternative to advair. I also use asmanex with it, which I got from the V.A.. It works well enough, all things considered.

4

Patient Review

5/20/2010

Foradil for Chronic Bronchitis

Foradil has helped me a lot; I'm finally able to be more active and lose weight without worrying about my breathing.

4

Patient Review

5/6/2015

Foradil for Asthma

I've had asthma for a long time, and this is the first drug that has helped me prevent it. That said, the delivery system could be better. It's also worth noting that storing the capsules in the fridge helps with the delivery system issue.

4

Patient Review

3/16/2010

Foradil for Bronchi Muscle Spasm resulting from COPD

This has been a helpful addition to my treatment regimen.

3.7

Patient Review

9/11/2010

Foradil for Additional Controller Medication for Asthma

I've only just started using this medication, but I stopped using "Advir" because it would cause a yeast infection in the back of my throat. Even though I used a mouth wash after I used the inhailer, it wasn't enough to stop the infections. So far, I haven't had any problems with Foradil, but I'm curious to know if other people have experienced anything different.

3.7

Patient Review

5/4/2015

Foradil for Bronchospasm Prevention with COPD

I've been taking this medication for two years now and it's been great overall. The only problem I have is with the capsule and how the medicine is delivered. Sometimes the capsule separates and I'm not sure if it delivered the full dose. It would be nice if they could use a system like Anoro Ellipta.

3.7

Patient Review

11/8/2013

Foradil for Asthma

The medicine works well, but I've had issues with the capsule delivery system. More often than not, the capsule fails to spin in the cartridge; which is frustrating and prevents me from getting a proper dose.

3

Patient Review

11/28/2009

Foradil for Bronchi Muscle Spasm resulting from COPD

I take Foradil Aerolizer 2 times a day. Are there any bad side effects? 12 mcg per capsule. I don't want to trade one problem for another.

1

Patient Review

8/17/2009

Foradil for Asthma

I had a disastrous reaction to this medication and had to stop taking it after just two days. I would highly recommend that you consult with your doctor about other options before trying this one.
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Patient Q&A Section about foradil

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

How quickly does foradil work?

"Formoterol should begin to work within 1-3 minutes after use. Those whose asthma is controlled by occasional use of short-acting bronchodilators should not use Formoterol. It is not meant to be used as a "rescue" medication to relieve current asthma symptoms."

Answered by AI

Why was foradil discontinued?

"The FDA has announced that Foradil Aerolizer, manufactured by Merck, has been discontinued. The decision to discontinue the product is for business reasons and not due to any safety or efficacy concerns."

Answered by AI

What is Foradil used for?

"Foradil is a medication used to relieve symptoms of COPD, chronic bronchitis, and emphysema. It can be used by itself or with other medicines."

Answered by AI

What is the generic name for Foradil?

"Foradil Aerolizer is a long-acting bronchodilator that is used to prevent bronchospasm in people with reversible obstructive airways disease, including symptoms of nighttime asthma."

Answered by AI

Clinical Trials for Foradil

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MoblO2 for Chronic Lung Diseases

18+
All Sexes
Stanford, CA

Many patients with chronic lung disease (e.g., chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or interstitial lung disease (ILD)) require supplemental oxygen (O2) at some point during their disease course. Practitioners prescribe O2 to patients with chronic lung disease in hopes of the following: 1) that it will limit desaturation events and combat breathlessness, thus preventing the frustratingly slow pace and numerous rest breaks patients are forced to adopt while doing even simple tasks; 2) that it will allow patients to be more active physically (perhaps increase their ability to exercise) and socially (perhaps leave the home more often); 3) that it will stave off putative complications of hypoxemia (e.g., cognitive dysfunction, pulmonary hypertension) and 4) that it will improve health-related quality of life (HRQL). However, despite the rationale for O2, and prescribers' good intentions, patients generally view O2 with frustration and fear - it threatens their HRQL, which is already impaired by having a condition that imposes itself on every aspect of their lives. Nasal cannulas and delivery devices call unwanted attention to patients when they are out in public. O2 users feel stigmatized and are often viewed as "smokers who get what they deserve, even if they never smoked a day in their lives" - or as disabled, sick or even infectious. O2 steals patients' independence, forcing them to plan their lives around it. The anxiety that patients and their caregivers experience around running out of oxygen, or not getting enough, immobilizes them and restricts participation in activities outside of the home. O2 disrupts the home environment, adding stress, and creating a burden for patients' caregiver-loved-ones who are often saddled with the responsibility of ensuring adequate equipment and supply of O2, and O2 is a constant reminder to patients they are living with a condition that could shorten their lives. O2 delivery equipment is typically heavy, unwieldy and intimidating. Different recommendations (e.g., insurance companies use 88% as a cut-off for SpO2, while many practitioners focus on 90%) make it confusing for patients, which almost certainly affects adherence. O2-requiringpatients are starving for things that can make their lives easier. An auto-adjusting O2 delivery device - one that automatically delivers the correct amount of O2 to maintain blood oxygen at desired, pre-set levels - would alleviate the need for patients to constantly (incessantly for many) monitor their peripheral oxygen saturation (SpO2) and adjust O2flow to meet the demands as exertion levels vary . The MoblO2 device is a battery-operated, light-weight, closed-loop O2 delivery device that houses a regulator (which attaches to compressed gas O2 tanks) and adjusts O2 flow to meet a pre-set blood oxygen level. A pulse oximeter is worn on the ear and transmits via Bluetooth to the device, which adjusts an internal valve to control flow on a second-to-second basis. The user sets the dial to the highest flow of O2 needed to meet the demands of activities they might perform (up to 15 liters per minute), and the device adjusts flow, up to the pre-set level to maintain SpO2 at a preset level (e.g., \> 90%). To conserve O2 supply in the tank - and to avoid over-oxygenation (which could be problematic for a small percentage of patients with the most severe COPD) - the MoblO2 begins to limit O2 flow at a SpO2 of 93%. The device can be manually over-ridden by the user, and should the battery run out - or the device fail for some unforeseen reason - the default position is valve open, so the users receive whatever flow of oxygen has been set on the dial. Given the substantial burdens of O2 on patients and their families, the hassles patients describe with having to monitor their SpO2 and repeatedly adjust the flow of O2 to meet their needs, patients and experts around the world have called for improvements in O2 delivery equipment. The MoblO2 is just such a remarkable improvement and a giant step forward in helping to ease the burdens of O2 on patients who require it. The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of the MoblO2 O2 delivery device on a range of outcomes, including physical activity, amount (liters) O2 use; maintenance of adequate SpO2 levels; patient reported outcomes including symptoms, HRQL and satisfaction with the MoblO2 O2 device.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Stanford University

Jeff Swigris, DO, MS

Minnesota Health Solutions

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