ISSUE 1389
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The FDA has approved indacaterol (in´´ da ka´ ter ol; Arcapta Neohaler – Novartis), an inhaled long-acting beta2-agonist, for once-daily maintenance treatment of airflow obstruction in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Indacaterol is not approved for treatment of exacerbations of COPD or for treatment of asthma. It has been available in Europe as Onbrez Breezhaler since 2009.
MAINTENANCE TREATMENT OF COPD — For patients with moderate to severe COPD, regular treatment with an inhaled long-acting bronchodilator such as the beta2-agonist salmeterol (Serevent) and/or the anticholinergic tiotropium (Spiriva HandiHaler) can relieve symptoms, improve lung function, and reduce the frequency of exacerbations. For patients with severe disease and frequent exacerbations, addition of an inhaled corticosteroid can be tried.Would you like to read the rest of this article? Gain access below.
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