Asthma Flashcards
1
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salbutamol
A
short acting b2 adrenergic agonist, vasodilator
2
Q
Salmeterol
A
long acting b2 adrenergic agonist, vasodilator
3
Q
Theophyline
A
Xanthine, not used, vasodilator
4
Q
Ibratropium Bromide
A
Muscarinic antagonist, vasodilator
5
Q
Prednisone
A
Glucocorticoid, anti-inflammatory for late phase and useful due to immunosuppression, frontline preventers
6
Q
Fluticasone
A
Glucocorticoid, anti-inflammatory for late phase and useful due to immunosuppression, frontline preventers
7
Q
Montelukast
A
Leukotriene receptor antagonist, opposes inflammation due to leukotrienes
8
Q
Sodium Cromgylate
A
prophylactic used before excersise/allergen trigger exposure.