Olodaterol Side Effects

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 4, 2025.

Applies to olodaterol: inhalation spray.

Serious side effects of olodaterol

Along with its needed effects, olodaterol may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking olodaterol:

More common side effects

• body aches or pain
• chills
• cough
• difficulty in breathing
• ear congestion
• fever
• headache
• loss of voice
• runny or stuffy nose
• sneezing
• sore throat
• unusual tiredness or weakness

Less common side effects

• bladder pain
• bloody or cloudy urine
• chest pain
• cough producing mucus
• difficult, burning, or painful urination
• frequent urge to urinate
• lower back or side pain
• skin rash
• tightness in the chest

Rare side effects

• cough that does not go away or gets worse
• coughing up blood
• hoarseness
• loss of appetite
• weight loss

Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur while taking olodaterol:

Symptoms of overdose

• blurred vision
• chest pain or discomfort
• confusion
• decreased urine
• dizziness
• drowsiness
• dry mouth
• fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat or pulse
• flushed, dry skin
• fruit-like breath odor
• general feeling of discomfort or illness
• headache
• increased hunger
• increased thirst
• increased urination
• irregular heartbeat
• mood changes
• muscle spasm or tremors
• nausea
• nervousness
• numbness or tingling in the hands, feet, or lips
• pain or discomfort in the arms, jaw, back, or neck
• pounding in the ears
• rapid, deep breathing
• restlessness
• seizures
• slow heartbeat
• stomach cramps
• troubled breathing
• unexplained weight loss
• unusual tiredness or weakness
• vomiting

Other side effects of olodaterol

Some side effects of olodaterol may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.

Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

More common side effects

• muscle aches

Less common side effects

• back or joint pain
• constipation
• diarrhea
• difficulty in moving
• dizziness
• joint pain
• muscle stiffness

For healthcare professionals

Applies to olodaterol: inhalation aerosol.

General adverse events

The most common adverse effect leading to discontinuation was worsening COPD.

The most common serious adverse events were COPD exacerbation, pneumonia, and atrial fibrillation.^[Ref]

Cardiovascular

• Common (1% to 10%): Hypertension^[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

• Common (1% to 10%): Diarrhea, constipation^[Ref]

Genitourinary

• Common (1% to 10%): Urinary tract infection^[Ref]

Musculoskeletal

• Common (1% to 10%): Back pain, arthralgia^[Ref]

Nervous system

• Common (1% to 10%): Dizziness^[Ref]

Respiratory

• Common (1% to 10%): Nasopharyngitis, upper respiratory tract infection, bronchitis, cough, pneumonia^[Ref]

Other

• Common (1% to 10%): Pyrexia^[Ref]

Dermatologic

• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Rash^[Ref]

Further information

Olodaterol side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.

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