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Pro-Air: Full Drug Profile
Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026
Pro-Air - General Information
A long-acting beta-2-adrenergic receptor agonist. It is a potent bronchodilator that may be administered orally or by aerosol inhalation. [PubChem]
Pharmacology of Pro-Air
Pro-Air is a long-acting beta-2-adrenergic receptor agonist. It is a potent bronchodilator that may be administered orally or by aerosol inhalation.
Additional information about Pro-Air
- Pro-Air Indication
For the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
- Mechanism Of Action
- Beta(2)-receptor stimulation in the lung causes relaxation of bronchial smooth muscle, bronchodilation, and increased bronchial airflow.
- Generic Name
- Procaterol
- Drug Category
- Adrenergic beta-Agonists; Bronchodilator Agents; Sympathomimetics
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule; Approved
- Other Brand Names containing Procaterol
- Pro-Air;
- Absorption
- Because of the small therapeutic dose, systemic levels of salmeterol are low or undetectable after inhalation of recommended doses.
- Toxicity (Overdose)
- Symptoms of overdose include angina (chest pain), dizziness, dry mouth, fatigue, flu-like symptoms, headache, heart irregularities, high or low blood pressure, high blood sugar, insomnia, muscle cramps, nausea, nervousness, rapid heartbeat, seizures, and tremor.
- Chemical IUPAC Name
- 8-hydroxy-5-[(1R,2S)-1-hydroxy-2-(propan-2-ylamino)butyl]-1H-quinolin-2-one
- Chemical Formula
- C16H22N2O3
- Organisms Affected
- Humans and other mammals