Salmeterol is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and
widens airways. This makes breathing easier. Salmeterol belongs to a group of drugs
called beta agonists.

Salmeterol is a prescription medication used to treat asthma, exercised-induced
bronchospasm and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD).
Salmeterol is a bronchodilator medicine that is used to relieve symptoms such as
wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, breathing difficulties, coughing, etc.

 Difficulty in breathing
 Throat congestion
 Runny Nose
 Muscle cramp
 Shortness of breath
 Sneezing
 Chest tightness
 Wheezing
 Abdominal or stomach pain
 Nausea
 Nervousness
 Dizziness

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding and pregnant women
unless necessary.
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of
hypokalemia due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of
seizures due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of
thyrotoxicosis or hyperthyroidism due to the increased risk of worsening of the
patient's condition.
This medicine is contraindicated as first-line therapy for asthma due to the
increased risk of serious adverse effects including death.