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Stereochemistry ABSOLUTE
Molecular Formula C19H24N2O4.C4H6O6
Molecular Weight 494.4917
Optical Activity ( - )
Defined Stereocenters 4 / 4
E/Z Centers 0
Charge 0

SHOW SMILES / InChI
Structure of Arformoterol Tartrate

SMILES

O[C@H]([C@@H](O)C(O)=O)C(O)=O.COC1=CC=C(C[C@@H](C)NC[C@H](O)C2=CC(NC=O)=C(O)C=C2)C=C1

InChI

InChIKey=FCSXYHUNDAXDRH-OKMNHOJOSA-N
InChI=1S/C19H24N2O4.C4H6O6/c1-13(9-14-3-6-16(25-2)7-4-14)20-11-19(24)15-5-8-18(23)17(10-15)21-12-22;5-1(3(7)8)2(6)4(9)10/h3-8,10,12-13,19-20,23-24H,9,11H2,1-2H3,(H,21,22);1-2,5-6H,(H,7,8)(H,9,10)/t13-,19+;1-,2-/m11/s1

HIDE SMILES / InChI

Molecular Formula C19H24N2O4
Molecular Weight 344.4049
Charge 0
Count
Stereochemistry ABSOLUTE
Additional Stereochemistry No
Defined Stereocenters 2 / 2
E/Z Centers 0
Optical Activity UNSPECIFIED

Molecular Formula C4H6O6
Molecular Weight 150.0868
Charge 0
Count
Stereochemistry ABSOLUTE
Additional Stereochemistry No
Defined Stereocenters 2 / 2
E/Z Centers 0
Optical Activity UNSPECIFIED

Description
Curator's Comment: description was created based on several sources, including https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/14725487

Sepracor in the US is developing arformoterol [R,R-formoterol], a single isomer form of the beta(2)-adrenoceptor agonist formoterol [eformoterol]. This isomer contains two chiral canters and is being developed as an inhaled preparation for the treatment of respiratory disorders. Sepracor believes that arformoterol has the potential to be a once-daily therapy with a rapid onset of action and a duration of effect exceeding 12 hours. Sepracor stated in July 2003 that it had completed more than 100 preclinical studies and initiated or completed 15 clinical studies for arformoterol inhalation solution for the treatment of bronchospasm in patients with COPD. The pharmacologic effects of beta2-adrenoceptor agonist drugs, including arformoterol, are at least in part attributable to stimulation of intracellular adenyl cyclase, the enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of adenosine triphosphate (ATP) to cyclic-3′,5′-adenosine monophosphate (cyclic AMP). Increased intracellular cyclic AMP levels cause relaxation of bronchial smooth muscle and inhibition of release of mediators of immediate hypersensitivity from cells, especially from mast cells. In vitro tests show that arformoterol is an inhibitor of the release of mast cell mediators, such as histamine and leukotrienes, from the human lung. Arformoterol also inhibits histamine-induced plasma albumin extravasation in anesthetized guinea pigs and inhibits allergen-induced eosinophil influx in dogs with airway hyper-responsiveness. The relevance of these in vitro and animal findings to humans is unknown.

Approval Year

Targets

Targets

Primary TargetPharmacologyConditionPotency
Conditions

Conditions

ConditionModalityTargetsHighest PhaseProduct
Palliative
BROVANA

Approved Use

BROVANA Inhalation Solution is a long-acting beta2-adrenergic agonist (beta2-agonist) indicated for: Long-term, twice daily (morning and evening) administration in the maintenance treatment of bronchoconstriction in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including chronic bronchitis and emphysema. (1.1) Important limitations of use: BROVANA Inhalation Solution is not indicated to treat acute deteriorations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. (1.2, 5.2) BROVANA Inhalation Solution is not indicated to treat asthma. (1.2) 1.1 Maintenance Treatment of COPD BROVANA (arformoterol tartrate) Inhalation Solution is indicated for the long-term, twice daily (morning and evening) maintenance treatment of bronchoconstriction in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including chronic bronchitis and emphysema. BROVANA Inhalation Solution is for use by nebulization only. 1.2 Important Limitations of Use BROVANA Inhalation Solution is not indicated to treat acute deteriorations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS (5.2)

Launch Date

2006
Cmax

Cmax

ValueDoseCo-administeredAnalytePopulation
4.3 pg/mL
15 μg 2 times / day steady-state, respiratory
dose: 15 μg
route of administration: Respiratory
experiment type: STEADY-STATE
co-administered:
ARFORMOTEROL plasma
Homo sapiens
population: UNKNOWN
age: ADULT
sex: UNKNOWN
food status: UNKNOWN
AUC

AUC

ValueDoseCo-administeredAnalytePopulation
34.5 pg × h/mL
15 μg 2 times / day steady-state, respiratory
dose: 15 μg
route of administration: Respiratory
experiment type: STEADY-STATE
co-administered:
ARFORMOTEROL plasma
Homo sapiens
population: UNKNOWN
age: ADULT
sex: UNKNOWN
food status: UNKNOWN
T1/2

T1/2

ValueDoseCo-administeredAnalytePopulation
26 h
15 μg 2 times / day steady-state, respiratory
dose: 15 μg
route of administration: Respiratory
experiment type: STEADY-STATE
co-administered:
ARFORMOTEROL plasma
Homo sapiens
population: UNKNOWN
age: ADULT
sex: UNKNOWN
food status: UNKNOWN
Funbound

Funbound

ValueDoseCo-administeredAnalytePopulation
48%
15 μg 2 times / day steady-state, respiratory
dose: 15 μg
route of administration: Respiratory
experiment type: STEADY-STATE
co-administered:
ARFORMOTEROL plasma
Homo sapiens
population: UNKNOWN
age: ADULT
sex: UNKNOWN
food status: UNKNOWN
Sourcing

Sourcing

Vendor/AggregatorIDURL
PubMed

PubMed

TitleDatePubMed
Tachyphylaxis following regular use of formoterol in exercise-induced bronchospasm.
2001
Is there a need for another inhalative beta(2)-agonist besides formoterol in patients with asthma?
2001
Comparison of the anti-bronchoconstrictor activities of inhaled formoterol, its (R,R)- and (S,S)-enantiomers and salmeterol in the rhesus monkey.
2001
Long-acting beta-agonist treatment in patients with persistent asthma already receiving inhaled corticosteroids.
2001
Choices of therapy for exercise-induced asthma in children.
2001
Pharmacological similarities and differences between beta2-agonists.
2001 Aug
The evolution of beta2-agonists.
2001 Aug
Lost in the labyrinth of end points.
2001 Jul
Decreased bronchodilating effect of salbutamol in relieving methacholine induced moderate to severe bronchoconstriction during high dose treatment with long acting beta2 agonists.
2001 Jul
Effects of formoterol and budesonide on GM-CSF and IL-8 secretion by triggered human bronchial epithelial cells.
2001 Jun
Adding formoterol to budesonide in moderate asthma--health economic results from the FACET study.
2001 Jun
Protection against cold air and exercise-induced bronchoconstriction while on regular treatment with Oxis.
2001 Jun
On-demand relief treatment for asthma.
2001 Jun 9
On-demand relief treatment for asthma.
2001 Jun 9
Effect of oral prednisolone on the bronchoprotective effect of formoterol in patients with persistent asthma.
2001 Mar
[Treatment of bronchial asthma using a new adjustable combination treatment plan: Asthma Control Plan (ATACO)].
2001 May
Formoterol Turbuhaler for as-needed therapy in patients with mild acute exacerbations of COPD.
2001 Nov
Bronchodilating properties of the VIP receptor agonist Ro 25-1553 compared to those of formoterol on the guinea-pig isolated trachea.
2001 Nov 2
Low dose inhaled budesonide and formoterol in mild persistent asthma: the OPTIMA randomized trial.
2001 Oct 15
[The effect of triamcinolone, montelukast and formoterol on serum levels of il-4, IgE and clinical parameters in children with asthma].
2001 Sep
Clinical efficacy with formoterol in the absence of a response to salmeterol: a review.
2001 Sep
Comparison of the efficacy of formoterol and salmeterol in patients with reversible obstructive airway disease: a multicenter, randomized, open-label trial.
2001 Sep
A cost-effectiveness study comparing the as-needed use of formoterol (Oxis) and terbutaline (Bricanyl) in patients with moderate to severe asthma.
2001 Sep
Dual components of optimal asthma therapy: scientific and clinical rationale for the use of long-acting beta-agonists with inhaled corticosteroids.
2001 Sep
Inhaled formoterol dry powder versus ipratropium bromide in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
2001 Sep 1
Effects of budesonide and formoterol on NF-kappaB, adhesion molecules, and cytokines in asthma.
2001 Sep 15
In vitro aerosol performance and dose uniformity between the Foradile Aerolizer and the Oxis Turbuhaler.
2001 Winter
Formoterol Turbuhaler 4.5 microg (delivered dose) has a rapid onset and 12-h duration of bronchodilation.
2002
Biological actions of formoterol isomers.
2002
Onset of action following formoterol Turbuhaler and salbutamol pMDI in reversible chronic airway obstruction.
2002
A post-marketing surveillance study of formoterol (Foradil): its use in general practice in England.
2002
Pharmacogenetics, pharmacogenomics and airway disease.
2002
Formoterol as dry powder oral inhalation compared with salbutamol metered-dose inhaler in acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
2002 Apr
Cost-effectiveness of eformoterol Turbohaler versus salmeterol Accuhaler in children with symptomatic asthma.
2002 Apr
Dose-related effects of formoterol on airway responsiveness to adenosine 5'-monophosphate and histamine.
2002 Apr
New drugs 2002. Part II.
2002 Apr
Comparison of the efficacy, tolerability, and safety of formoterol dry powder and oral, slow-release theophylline in the treatment of COPD.
2002 Apr
[The effect of triamcinolone acetonide, montelukast, nedocromil sodium, formoterol on levels levels of sICAM-1, sIL-2R in serum and clinical course of asthma in children].
2002 Feb
A randomized, double-blind trial of the effect of glucocorticoid, antileukotriene and beta-agonist treatment on IL-10 serum levels in children with asthma.
2002 Feb
Formoterol fumarate.
2002 Feb 15
The safety and efficacy of formoterol (Oxis) turbuhaler plus budesonide (Pulmicort) turbuhaler in mild to moderate asthma: a comparison with budesonide Turbuhaler alone and current non-corticosteroid therapy in Russia.
2002 Jan-Feb
Beta-adrenoceptor agonists and asthma--100 years of development.
2002 Jun 7
[Effect of triamcinolone acetonide, montelukast, nedocromil sodium and formoterol on eosinophil blood counts, ECP serum levels and clinical progression of asthma in children].
2002 Mar
Is the increase in bronchial responsiveness or FEV1 shortly after cessation of beta2-agonists reflecting a real deterioration of the disease in allergic asthmatic patients? A comparison between short-acting and long-acting beta2-agonists.
2002 Mar
Quantification of terbutaline in urine by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay and capillary electrophoresis after oral and inhaled administrations.
2002 Mar 5
Faster onset of bronchodilation with formoterol than with salmeterol in patients with stable, moderate to severe COPD: results of a randomized, double-blind clinical study.
2002 Mar-Apr
Comparison of second controller medications in addition to inhaled corticosteroid in patients with moderate asthma.
2002 May
Formoterol in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a randomized, controlled, 3-month trial.
2002 May
Acute protection against exercise-induced bronchoconstriction by formoterol, salmeterol and terbutaline.
2002 May
Comparison of the effects of salmeterol and formoterol in patients with severe asthma.
2002 May
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Sample Use Guides

15 ug administered twice a day (morning and evening) by nebulization. A total daily dose greater than 30 ug (15 ug twice daily) is not recommended. BROVANA (arformoterol tartrate) should be administered by the inhaled route via a standard jet nebulizer connected to an air compressor
Route of Administration: Respiratory
In Vitro Use Guide
Curator's Comment: In vitro tests show that arformoterol is an inhibitor of the release of mast cell mediators, such as histamine and leukotrienes, from the human lung. Arformoterol also inhibits histamine-induced plasma albumin extravasation in anesthetized guinea pigs and inhibits allergen-induced eosinophil influx in dogs with airway hyper-responsiveness.
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Name Type Language
Arformoterol Tartrate
MART.   ORANGE BOOK   USAN   VANDF   WHO-DD  
USAN  
Official Name English
BROVANA
Preferred Name English
ARFORMOTEROL TARTRATE [MART.]
Common Name English
Arformoterol tartrate [WHO-DD]
Common Name English
FORMAMIDE, N-(2-HYDROXY-5-((1R)-1-HYDROXY-2-(((1R)-2-(4-METHOXYPHENYL)-1-METHYLETHYL)AMINO)ETHYL)PHENYL)-, (2R,3R)-2,3-DIHYDROXYBUTANEDIOATE (1:1) (SALT)
Common Name English
FORMOTEROL R,R-FORM L-TARTRATE [MI]
Common Name English
ARFORMOTEROL TARTRATE [USAN]
Common Name English
ARFORMOTEROL TARTRATE [ORANGE BOOK]
Common Name English
ARFORMOTEROL TARTRATE [VANDF]
Common Name English
(-)-N-(2-HYDROXY-5-((1R)-1-HYDROXY-2-(((1R)-2-(4-METHOXYPHENYL)-1-METHYLETHYL)AMINO)ETHYL)PHENYL)FORMAMIDE HYDROGEN (2R,3R)-2,3-DIHYDROXYBUTANEDIOATE (SALT)
Common Name English
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NCI_THESAURUS C319
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NCI_THESAURUS C48149
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USAN
OO-79
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CAS
200815-49-2
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DRUG BANK
DBSALT001387
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MERCK INDEX
m5542
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EVMPD
SUB32085
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PUBCHEM
9827062
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SMS_ID
100000124467
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NCI_THESAURUS
C65240
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5P8VJ2I235
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668284
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ChEMBL
CHEMBL1363
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DTXSID80173903
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