Respiratory drugs Flashcards
1
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AEs of inhaled corticosteroids (beclomethasone, budesonide, fluticasone)
A
Dysphonia (hoarseness), oral candidiasis, cataracts, osteoporosis
2
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AEs of beta agonists (salbutamol, terbutaline, salmeterol)
A
Tachycardia, tremor, anxiety, hypokalaemia (→ arrhythmias)
3
Q
AEs of anticholinergics (tiotropium, ipratropium)
A
Dry mouth, sedation, skin flushing, tachycardia, acute angle-closure glaucoma, constipation, urinary retention
4
Q
AEs of theophylline
A
Hypokalaemia (→ arrhythmias), CNS excitation
