Dulera is a prescription inhaler used to control and prevent symptoms of asthma, such as wheezing, in adults and children ages 5 years and older. It is not a rescue inhaler and should not be used for sudden asthma attacks[1][3][4].
Dulera contains two medicines in one inhaler:
- Mometasone furoate: an inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) that decreases inflammation in the lungs, reducing swelling and breathing problems[1][4][5].
- Formoterol fumarate: a long-acting beta2-agonist (LABA) that relaxes the muscles around the airways, keeping them open to help prevent asthma symptoms such as wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath[1][4].
Dulera is indicated for maintenance treatment of asthma in people who need both an ICS and a LABA, when a low or medium dose inhaled corticosteroid alone does not adequately control symptoms[1][3][5]. It is typically prescribed when other inhaled corticosteroids alone are insufficient.
Dulera is not approved for relief of sudden breathing problems. Individuals should have a separate rescue inhaler, such as albuterol, for acute asthma attacks[1][3][7].
Use of Dulera should be prescribed and supervised by a healthcare provider, and it is generally inhaled twice daily[4][6]. It should not be used for people whose asthma is already well-controlled with a low-to-medium dose inhaled corticosteroid alone[1][3].
References
- [1] What Is DULERA® (mometasone furoate and formoterol fumarate …)
- [3] Medication Guide – accessdata.fda.gov
- [4] Dulera: Uses, Side Effects, Dosage & More – GoodRx
- [5] Dulera Inhaler: Side Effects, Dosage & Uses – Drugs.com
- [6] Dulera (mometasone/formoterol) – Uses, Side Effects, and More
- [7] Dulera (mometasone/formoterol) – Healthgrades Health Library
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