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What medications are available to treat lung disease?
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Moderator SeniorCaring
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Good question! Mostly it depends on the type of lung disease - short-acting bronchodilators are commonly used to treat stable COPD. These can include:

• Anticholinergics

• Beta2-agonists

Long-acting bronchodilators are also used for seniors who have more persistent symptoms, medications that include anticholinergics such as aclidinium, tiotropium, and umeclidinium. Beta2-agonists may also be used in the form of formoterol or salmeterol. Other medications include: 

• Phosphodiesterase-4 (PDE4) Inhibitors

• Corticosteroids

• Methylxanthines

Always check with your doctor to make sure a medication regimen is working safely to help your condition!