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beclomethasone (LABA) Flashcards

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main indications

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nocturnal asthma - slow to act last 8 hours
COPD

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mechanism of action

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agonists of beta2 adrenoreceptor
always administer with an ICS

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contraindications and cautions

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arrythmias
CVD
diabetes
hypertension
hyperthyroidism
hypokalaemiaad

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adverse effects

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b2 down regulation and tachyphylaxis with chronic use
may worsen asthma when used alone - should always be given with an ICS

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administration

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ICS

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