Asthma and COPD class Flashcards
1
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albuterol
A
bronchodilator, beta2 adrenergic receptor antagonist
2
Q
ipratropium
A
bronchodilator, anticholinergic, block cholinergic receptors in bronchial smooth muscle and decrease nasal hypersecretion
3
Q
beclomethasone
A
anti-inflammatory, corticosteroid
4
Q
budesonide
A
anti-inflammatory corticosteroid
5
Q
fluticansone
A
anti-inflammatory, corticosteroid
6
Q
montelukast
A
leukotrine modifier, block leukotrine receptors in airways wto prevent airway edema and inflammation
7
Q
mucolytics
A
loosen bronchial secretions
8
Q
expectorants
A
act directly on mucus to thin