Pulmonology Flashcards
1
Q
What is cystic fibrosis?
A
A disorder of chloride channels in cells
[INC]
2
Q
What is rhinitis medicamentosa?
A
It is rebound rhinitis caused from the prolonged use of nasal vasoconstrictors
Reduce symptoms by D/C offending OTC med
3
Q
What is Cromolyn used for?
A
It is an inhaled med that acts by preventing mast cells from releasing their contents
It is useful in chronic asthma to reduce attacks
Not effective against acute attacks
