Warnings


What may interact with Brovana?

Do not take this medication with any of the following:
-MAOIs, such as Carbex, Eldepryl, Marplan, Nardil, and Parnate
-Procarbazine
This medication may also interact with the following:
-Caffeine
-Certain antibiotics, such as clarithromycin, erythromycin, levofloxacin, linezolid
-Certain heart medications
-Diuretics
-Formoterol
-Medications for colds
-Medications for depression, anxiety, or other mental health conditions
-Medications for weight loss including some herbal products
-Methadone
-Salmeterol
-Steroid medications, such as dexamethasone, cortisone, hydrocortisone
-Theophylline

What should I tell my health care provider before I take Brovana

They need to know if you have any of the following conditions:
-Diabetes (high blood sugar)
-Heart disease
-High blood pressure
-Irregular heartbeat or rhythm
-Pheochromocytoma
-Seizures
-Thyroid disease
-An unusual or allergic reaction to arformoterol, other medications, food, dyes, or preservatives
-Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-Breast-feeding

What should I watch for while using Brovana?

Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress. Tell your care team if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.
NEVER use this medication for an acute asthma attack. You should use your short-acting rescue inhaler for an acute attack. If your symptoms get worse or if you need your short-acting inhalers more often, call your care team right away.
This medication can worsen breathing or cause wheezing right after you use it. Be sure you have a short-acting inhaler for acute attacks (wheezing) nearby. If this happens, stop using this medication right away and call your care team.
This medication may increase your risk of dying from asthma-related problems. Talk to your care team if you have questions.
Do not treat yourself for coughs, colds or allergies without asking your care team for advice. Some nonprescription medication can affect this medication.
You and your care team should develop an Asthma Action Plan that is just for you. Be sure to know what to do if you are in the yellow (asthma is getting worse) or red (medical alert) zones.
If you are going to need surgery or other procedure, tell your care team that you are using this medication.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store in a refrigerator or at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F).
Refrigeration (preferred): Store in the refrigerator. Keep unopened vials in the foil pouch. Do not open a vial until you are ready to use it. An opened vial must be used right away. Throw away any unused medication after the expiration date.
Room Temperature: This medication may be stored at room temperature for up to 6 weeks. Keep unopened vials in the foil pouch. Do not open a vial until you are ready to use it. An opened vial must be used right away. If it is stored at room temperature, throw away any unused medication after 6 weeks, or after it expires, whichever is first.
To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have expired:
-Take the medication to a medication take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
-If your cannot return the medication, check the label or package insert to see if the medication should be thrown out in the garbage. If you are not sure, ask your care team. If it is safe to put in the trash, pour the medication out of the container. Mix the medication with cat litter, dirt, coffee grounds, or other unwanted substance. Seal the mixture in a bag or container. Put it in the trash.