name: | Tulobuterol |
ATC code: | R03CC11 | route: | transdermal |
n-compartments | 1 |
Tulobuterol is a long-acting beta2-adrenergic agonist used as a bronchodilator for the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It is most commonly administered via transdermal patches and is approved for clinical use in some countries, especially in Asia.
Pharmacokinetic parameters estimated for typical adult population based on published summaries and indirect sources due to absence of direct dedicated PK studies in accessible literature. Most use is by transdermal patch.
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