UNRS 113 Drugs Affecting the Respiratory System Flashcards
(20 cards)
Antihistamines
diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
Antihistamines
fexofenadine (Allegra)
Nasal decongestants
pseudoephedrine (Sudafed)
Nasal decongestants
oxymetazoline (Afrin)
Nasal decongestants
triamicinolone (Nasocort)
Antitussives
Codeine (opiod) dextromethorphan (nonopiod)
Expectorants
guaifenesin (Mucinex)
Bronchodilators
Albuterol in (Proventil), salmeterol (Serevent)
Anticholinergics
ipratropium (Atrovent)
Inhaled corticosteroids
fluticasone (Advair)
Leukotriene receptor antagonists
montelukast, Singulair
What structures are apart of the upper respiratory tract?
Nose, pharynx, and larynx
What structures are apart of the lower respiratory tract?
Trachea, bronchi, bronchioles, and alveoli
Define nasal congestion
often referred as stuffy nose or stuffed up, blockage of nasal passage caused by swollen nasal membrane with inflamed blood vessels (the primary cause for viral and allergic rhinitis)
Viral rhinitis (common cold)
invaded mucosa of the upper resp. tract (nose, pharynx, and larynx) causing an URI (upper resp. infection).
what are the s/s of viral rhinitis (common cold)?
runny nose, sneezing, congestion, coughing, and sore throat
Management for viral rhinitis (common cold)
Antihistamines, nasal decongestants, antitussive, and expectorants
Note: Medications only help relieve symptoms they don’t eliminate the causative. pathogen. Also children younger than 2 years old should not be given OTC cough or cold products
Allergic Rhinitis (could be seasonal or perennial (consistently present)
inflammatory disorder caused by airborne allergens –>
Should a bronchodilator be taken before a corticosteroid
Yes
