Leukotriene receptor antagonists Flashcards
1
Q
What are LRA?
A
Montelukast (above 6 months old)
Zafirlukast (equal or more than 12 years old)
2
Q
what are phosphodiesterase type 4 inhibitors?
A
- roflumelast - anti-inflammatory properties
3
Q
Which inhaler changes into different colours?
A
Eklira = green to red (aclindium)
4
Q
Which inhaler is associated with and without a dose counter?
A
WITHOUT:
EASYBREATHE
WITH:
Elipta
genuair
nexthaler
5
Q
what are the daily dosages for the different inhaler drugs?
A
Tiotropium and umeclidinium = OD
aclindinium = BD
Ipratropium, salbutamol = TDS to QDS
