Efficacy and safety of roflumilast in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Background: Roflumilast, a phosphodiesterase 4 inhibitor, has been shown to improve lung function and reduce exacerbation rates, but is associated with adverse events (AEs). The purpose of this study was to systematically review the clinical effectiveness and safety of roflumilast. Methods: A system...

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Main Authors: Yuji Oba, Nazir A. Lone
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SAGE Publishing 2013-02-01
Series:Therapeutic Advances in Respiratory Disease
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1177/1753465812466167