Beta 2 Adrenergic Agonist Flashcards
1
Q
Metaproterenol/ Orciprenaline
A
Oral inhalation bronchodilator
2
Q
Terbutaline
A
Oral/SQ/inhalation
Not to be given to animals in hypertension/hyperthyroidism
3
Q
Salbutamol(albuterol)
A
Oral/aerosol
4
Q
Clenbuterol
A
COPD in horses. Banned in food producing animals due to the tissue residue . Used as a performance enhancer.
5
Q
Salmeterol
A
Slow onset, long acting. Dry inhalation powder for bronchodilator. Can be available with a corticosteroid.
6
Q
Isoxsuprine
A
Treats navicular disease laminitis in horses. Improved blood supply.
7
Q
Ritodrine
A
To arrest premature labor. Relax uterine muscle.
8
Q
Ractopamine
A
Repartitioning agent for cattle and swine. No tissue residue. Increase muscle leanness.
