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What is a Beta-2 Agonists (Short Acting)
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- Albuterol
- Stimulates beta-2 receptors in the airway smooth muscle causing bronchodilation
2
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What are the Side effects of Beta-2 Agonists (Short Acting)
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Tachycardia, palpitations, dizziness
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What is a Beta-2 Agonists (long Acting)
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- Salmeterol
- Activates beta-2 receptors over time, relaxing bronchial muscles to maintain airway patency
4
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What are the side effects of Beta-2 Agonists (long Acting)
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Tachycardia, palpitations, dizziness, lightheadedness
5
Q
What are Anticholinergics
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- Ipratropium
- Blocks ACH at the muscarinic receptors, reduces bronchoconstriction
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what are the side effects of Anticholinergics
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Dry mouth, blurry vision, urinary retention, constipation
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What is an inhaled corticosterids
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- Beclomethasone
- Reduces airway hyperresponsiveness and inflammation
8
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What are the side effects of inhaled corticosterids
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Decreases inflammatory response, can allow infectious process to overrun, hoarse voice, oral candidiasis
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What are leukotriene inhibitor
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- Montelukast
-Blocks the effects of the leukotrines, allows for smooth muscle relaxation and decreased inflammation
10
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What are the side effects of leukotriene inhibitor
A
headache
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