Respiratory Flashcards
1
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Albuterol
A
Bronchodilator beta-adrenergic agonist. Used for prevention of exercise induced asthma or acute attacks. Tremors, tachycardia, palpitation.
2
Q
Aminophylline
A
Asthma, emphysema, bronchitis. Relaxes smooth muscle.
3
Q
Montelukast (singulair)
A
Bronchodilator used for long term control of asthma by dec frequency of asthma attacks. Leukotriene antagonist that dec airway edema and smooth muscle construction. Not for acute asthma attacks.
