Drugs Flashcards
Cromolyn
Mast Cell Stabilizer
1st line therapy in chronic asthma
Inhaled corticosteroid
Can raise warfarin levels Blocks inflammatory processes and induces bronchodilation Montelukast
Leukotreine modifers
-tropium
Ipatropium
Tiotropium
Anticholinergics
Can not be used alone, must be coupled with steroid
Long acting beta agonist
-ol’s
Albuterol
Metaproterenol
Levalbuterol
SABA
Boosts levels of dopamine and norepi mimicking nicotine
Contraindicated in those with seizures
Buproprion
Partial agonist at neurol nicotinic receptors Must watch patients for suicidal thoughts
Varenicline
-erol’s
Salmeterol
Fromoterol
LABA
-lukast
zafirlukast
Montelukast
Zileuton
Leukotreine modifiers
-one’s Dexamethasone Prednisone Solumedrol
Systemic corticosteroids
Fast and deep inhalation
Dry Powder Inhalers
First line in asthma flares Albuterol
Short Acting Beta agonist
Slow and deep
Metered dose inhalers
-one’s Beclomethasone Fluticasone Triamcinolone
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