Formoterol belongs to a class of medication called long acting beta agonists. It is not a steroid; however it is available in combination with steroids as an inhaler

Formoterol works best if taken before exercising or heavy work and another dose should not be taken in the next 12 hours. It is a long acting drug which is known to be effective for 12 hours in the body

Formoterol belongs to a class of medication called long acting beta agonists. It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages, thus widening it and making it easier to breathe

Formoterol comes as a powder filled capsule for inhaler and a solution for nebulizer use

Formoterol fumarate and formoterol fumerate dihydrate are different formulations of formoterol. Budesonide is a steroid which may be prescribed by the doctor along with formoterol. Advair is another long acting beta agonist which is the brand name for salmeterol and fluticasone

Formoterol is safe when taken as per the directions of the doctor

Formoterol is not banned

There are no studies showing that Formoterol causes weight gain

Formoterol may increase risk of asthma-related death. It depends on the condition and co-morbidities and is individual response.