Aclidinium and formoterol

Generic name: aclidinium and formoterol [ A-kli-DIN-ee-um-and-for-MOE-ter-ol ]
Brand name: Duaklir Pressair
Dosage form: inhalation powder (400 mcg-12 mcg/inh)
Drug class:Bronchodilator combinations

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Oct 19, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is aclidinium and formoterol?

Aclidinium and formoterol 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.

aclidinium and formoterol is for use only in people with COPD and should not be used to treat asthma.

Aclidinium and formoterol may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

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

You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to aclidinium or formoterol, or if you have a severe allergy to milk proteins.

Aclidinium and formoterol is not a rescue medicine. It will not work fast enough to treat an bronchospasm attack.

Seek medical attention if your breathing problems do not improve, or if your symptoms get worse quickly.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use aclidinium and formoterol if you are allergic to aclidinium or formoterol, or if you have a severe allergy to milk proteins.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• heart disease, high blood pressure;

• a seizure;

• glaucoma;

• diabetes;

• a thyroid disorder; or

• an enlarged prostate or urination problems.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Aclidinium and formoterol is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.

How should I use aclidinium and formoterol?

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

Aclidinium and formoterol is not a rescue medicine for bronchospasm attacks. Use only fast-acting inhalation medicine for an attack. Seek medical attention if your breathing problems get worse quickly, or if you think your medications are not working as well.

Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you do not understand these...