Vilanterol
Back to search| Scientific Name: | Vilanterol |
| Brand Name: | Anoro, Anoro Ellipta, Breo Ellipta, Trelegy Ellipta |
| Company Owner: | Not Available |
| Mechanism Of Action | Vilanterol is a selective long-acting beta2-adrenergic agonist. Its pharmacological effect is attributable to stimulation of intracellular adenylyl cyclase which catalyzes the conversion of adenosine triphosphate (ATP) to cyclic-3′, 5′-adenosine monophosphate (cAMP) . Increases in cyclic AMP are associated with relaxation of bronchial smooth muscle and inhibition of release of hypersensitivity mediators from mast cells in the lungs. |
| Description of the Drug: | Vilanterol is a long-acting beta2-adrenergic agonist used in combination with other bronchodilators for the management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) , including chronic bronchitis and/or emphysema. |
| Protein Data Bank: | Not Available |
Source: DrugBank Online – DrugBank.com. Retrieved 2023-01-23 from https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB09082
