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Stimulate beta receptors to dilate bronchioles
adrenergic bronchodilators
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block parasympathetic response, causing bronchodilation
anticholinergic agents
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relax bronchial smooth muscle to dilate airway
Methylxanthines
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Reduce inflammation in airways
corticoidsteroids
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stabilize mast cells to reduce histamine release
Mast cell stabilizers
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liquefy secretions and stimulate coughing
expectorants
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inhibit leukotrienes synthesis or activity, a mediator of inflammation in asthma
antileukotienes
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suppress cough reflex
antitussives
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Singulair
monitor for elevation of liver enzymes; antileukotrienes
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codeine, dextromethorphan
antitussives
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Rescue drugs
albuterol and atruvent
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albuterol
- bronchodilator;
- can cause anxiety, tachycardia
- use with care with patients with cardiac problems
- overuse can cause rebound bronchospasm
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Atruvent
- Anticholinergic agent
- causes dry mouth
- avoid use with glaucoma patients
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theophylline
- Methylxanthines
- causes tremor, anxiety, tachycardia
- can be toxic; must stay within a narrow level
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Prednisone
- corticoidsteroid
- cause hyperglycemia
- rinse mouth out following inhaler use
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