DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I was recently diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Why do I have different inhalers? Bronchodilators commonly are prescribed for people with COPD.

Patients with COPD also have a high prevalence of CVD. Bronchodilators prescribed for symptomatic COPD control may also contribute to cardiovascular risk. In accordance with treatment guidelines, most ...

A: Bronchodilators commonly are prescribed for people with COPD. Bronchodilators relax the muscles around your airways so that you can breathe better. They usually come in the form of an inhaler, ...

—Long-acting bronchodilators are recommended for initial maintenance of COPD. A new study compares the cardiovascular safety of 2 common treatment options. Reviewed by Ware Kuschner, MD, Professor of ...