1
Q
Describe the similarities and differences between salmeterol and eformoterol?
A
Similarities
- Both are LABAs (long acting B2 agonists) → Effects last ~8-12 hrs.
Differences
- Eformoterol has a rapid onset of action (5-10 mins) relative to salmeterol (15-20 mins).
- Eformoterol CAN be used as a reliever, whereas salmeterol can’t be.
2
Q
Symbicort and seretide are two ICS/FABA combinations.
- What does ICS stand for?
- What are their ICS and FABA components?
A
ICS = inhaled corticosteroid
Symbicort
- Eformoterol + budesonide.
Seretide
- Salmeterol + fluticasone.
