Stiolto respimat drug class?

What drug class is Stiolto Respimat?

Stiolto Respimat is a brand of a long-acting inhaled COPD maintenance medicine that combines two bronchodilators from different classes: a long-acting beta2-agonist (LABA) and a long-acting muscarinic antagonist (LAMA). [1]

Which ingredients are in Stiolto Respimat, and what do they do?

Stiolto Respimat contains:
- tiotropium (a LAMA), which blocks muscarinic receptors to help relax airway smooth muscle and reduce bronchoconstriction [1]
- olodaterol (a LABA), which stimulates beta2 receptors to help keep airways open [1]

Together, the combination is used to improve airflow in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). [1]

Is Stiolto Respimat a rescue inhaler or a maintenance inhaler?

Stiolto Respimat is for maintenance (not quick relief). It is used regularly to control COPD symptoms, rather than for immediate rescue of sudden breathing problems. [1]