Players in the United States on ISP Comcast took to the forums en masse last weekend to report connectivity issues on Bovada, Bodog's US-facing online poker room.
Bovada is located offshore, and offshore betting sites do not have to follow US laws. At the same time, states have their own laws against specific types of gambling, which include online gambling. To eliminate any issues, Bovada does not accept players from Delaware, Maryland, Nevada, New Jersey, or New York. Still not working for me. I can log in, see my funds but cant view any lines or see transactions. I have not had any issues with bovada in the 4-5 months ive had.
Bovada has recognized a problem and representatives have emailed players and posted on social media with temporary solutions. There has been no formal statement from the ISP yet.
The block appears to be at the Comcast's Domain Name Server (DNS). The DNS is a database that maps a web address—like Bovada.LV—into the numerical Internet Protocol (IP) address—like 67.211.104.21.
It appears that Comcast has deliberately blocked access to Bovada.LV from its DNS, although mixed reports from players—some on Comcast reportedly have no issues, players on other ISPs also report problems—make it hard to identify the root of the issue. The slow propagation of DNS systems can cause further confusions.
Players have also reported problems logging in to the desktop client, indicating that gaming servers have also been blocked.
A tweet from Bovada indicates that the problem may not be limited to only Comcast:
Players using particular ISPs, such as Comcast, are still unable to access the site
— Bovada Official (@BovadaLV) March 29, 2014The workaround suggested by Bovada involves changing the DNS which players use to access the internet.
Yyou can still access the site with these workarounds: Update your DNS server by following the instructions here https://t.co/pE6YoG7scf
— Bovada Official (@BovadaLV) March 29, 2014It is quite usual for more IT literate users to use a different DNS, often the Google DNS; Players who are not tech savvy may be wary of making the change.
Access also seems to be unaffected for mobile users who have switched off the WiFi option on their devices, according to support emails.
Comcast is reported to be the largest ISP in the US. If it has adopted a policy of blocking access to gambling sites the impact could be serious for those operators that continue to permit US customers to access online poker rooms. No similar problems have yet been reported by US facing sites other than Bovada.
At the moment it is not clear what the motivation for the block may be, or whether it originates as the result of legal advice.
Players who have reported the issue to Bovada's customer support have received an email which confirms the apparent block, suggests the DNS workaround, and ends by reassuring players that 'any funds you have currently deposited remain safe. We will do our best keep you updated as we work through the issue further.'
Generic Name:arformoterol inhalation (ar for MOE ter ole)
Brand Name:Brovana
Medically reviewed by Philip Thornton, DipPharm. Last updated on July 3, 2019.
What is Brovana?
Brovana (arformoterol) is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing muscles in the airways to improve breathing.
Brovana inhalation solution is used to prevent bronchoconstriction in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including chronic bronchitis and emphysema.
Brovana will not treat a bronchospasm attack that has already begun.
Warnings
Brovana is for use only in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and should not be used to treat asthma.
Brovana is not a rescue medicine. It will not work fast enough to treat a bronchospasm attack.
Seek medical attention if your breathing problems get worse quickly, or if you think your medications are not working as well.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Brovana if you are allergic to arformoterol. Brovana is for use only in people with COPD and should not be used to treat asthma.
To make sure this medicine is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:
heart disease, high blood pressure;
a seizure;
diabetes;
liver disease; or
a thyroid disorder.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Brovana is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
How should I use Brovana?
Use Brovana inhalation solution exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides. Use the medicine exactly as directed. Using too much of this medicine can cause life-threatening side effects.
Brovana is not a rescue medicine for bronchospasm attacks. Use only fast-acting inhalation medicine for an attack. Seek medical attention if your breathing problems get worse quickly, or if you think your medications are not working as well.
Brovana solution for inhalation is for use only with a standard jet nebulizer machine connected to an air compressor. Do not mix with other medicines in the nebulizer. Do not take this medicine by mouth or swallow it.
Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you do not understand these instructions.
Store this medicine in the refrigerator, protected from light and heat.
Keep each vial in the foil pouch until you are ready to use the medicine. Once a vial is opened, you must use the medicine right away. Throw the empty vial away where children and pets cannot get to it.
You may store an unopened foil pouch at room temperature but you must use it within 6 weeks or throw it away. Protect from heat and light.
Do not use Brovana if it does not look clear and colorless in the vial. Do not use after the expiration date on the label has passed.
You should not stop using this medicine suddenly. Stopping suddenly may make your condition worse.
Dosing information
Usual Adult Dose for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease -- Maintenance:
15 mcg inhaled by nebulization twice daily (morning and evening).
Maximum Daily Dose: 30 mcg
Comments:
-Not for use to treat acute deteriorations of COPD.
Use: Long-term, twice daily (morning and evening) administration in the maintenance treatment of bronchoconstriction in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including chronic bronchitis and emphysema.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Skip the missed dose and use your next dose at the regular time. Do not use two doses at one time.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. An overdose of arformoterol inhalation can be fatal.
Overdose symptoms may include chest pain, fast or irregular heartbeats, nervousness, tremor, muscle cramps, feeling light-headed, and fainting.
What should I avoid while using Brovana?
Do not use a second inhaled bronchodilator that contains arformoterol or a similar medicine (such as formoterol, indacaterol, olodaterol, salmeterol, or vilanterol).
Brovana side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to Brovana:hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have;
tremors, nervousness, chest pain, fast or pounding heartbeats;
wheezing, choking, or other breathing problems after using this medicine;
worsening breathing problems;
high blood sugar - increased thirst, increased urination, dry mouth, fruity breath odor; or
low potassium level - leg cramps, constipation, irregular heartbeats, fluttering in your chest, numbness or tingling, muscle weakness or limp feeling.
Common Brovana side effects may include:
chest pain, trouble breathing;
back pain;
diarrhea;
leg cramps;
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swelling in your legs;
stuffy nose; or
flu symptoms.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What other drugs will affect Brovana?
If you also use a short-acting bronchodilator, do not use it daily while you are using Brovana. Use the short-acting bronchodilator only for a sudden bronchospasm attack.
Other drugs may interact with arformoterol, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any medicine you start or stop using.
More about Brovana (arformoterol)
Consumer resources
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Further information
Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use Brovana only for the indication prescribed.
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
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