Asthma medications Flashcards
1
Q
What is salbutamol
A
- Short acting beta-2 adrenergic receptor agonist
- Bronchodilator
- Relaxes the smooth muscle of the airway
- Reliever / blue inhaler -> used when symptomatic
2
Q
what is a SE of salbutamol
A
Tremor
3
Q
What is Beclometasone ?
A
- Inhaled corticosteroid
- Acts to reduce inflammation and reactivity of the airways
- Taken everyday
4
Q
Give 2 SE of beclometasone
A
- Oral candidiasis
- Stunted growth in children
5
Q
what is salmeterol
A
- Long acting beta agonist
- Taken every day
6
Q
what is montelukast
A
- Leukotriene receptor antagonist
- Blocks the effects of leukotrienes which cause inflammation, bronchoconstriction and mucus secretion in the airways
7
Q
What is tiotropium
A
- Long acting muscarinic antagonist
- Blocks acetychqoline receptors
- Dilates the bronchioles
8
Q
How does theophylline work
A
Relaxes bronchial smooth muscle and reduces inflammation.
9
Q
How often do the BTS guidelines recommend you should consider stepping down asthma treatment ?
A
- Every 3 mnths
10
Q
When reducing ICS dose, how much should be reduced at a time ?
A
25-50%
