Salmeterol belongs to a class of drugs called bronchodilators. A bronchodilator is a medication that helps relax the muscles around the airways, which helps air move in and out of the lungs.

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One of the most widely-used asthma and breathing treatments for over 20 years is being taken off the shelves in 2024, potentially leaving patients, healthcare providers and insurers scrambling.