Cough, Cold, Asthma and COPD

Cough & ColdBrand/Generic

100

Benadryl

Diphenhydramine

(Allergic Reactions)

200

Delsym

Dextromethorphan

(Dry Cough)

300

Mucinex

Guaifenesin

(Expectorant - "Wet Cough")

400

Sudafed

Pseudoephedrine

(Oral Decongestant)

*Available behind pharmacy counter only

500

Afrin

Oxymetazoline

(Nasal spray Decongestant)

Asthma & COPDBrand/Generic

100

Proair HFA/Ventolin HFA/Proventil HFA

Albuterol

(Rescue Inhaler for Asthma/COPD)

200

Flovent/Flovent Diskus

Fluticasone

(Inhaled Corticosteroids for Asthma/COPD)

*Flonase - Nasal spray Fluticasone for seasonal allergies

300

Singulair

Montelukast

(Oral medication for Asthma, can also be used for allergies)

400

Serevent Diskus

Salmeterol

(LABA for Asthma/COPD)

500

Spiriva

Tiotropium 

(Anticholinergic or "LAMA" for COPD)

Cough and Cold

100

What is the most common viral cause of a cold?

Rhinovirus

200

What are typical symptoms of a cold?

Sore throat

Nasal Congestion

Runny Nose

Sneezing

Cough

Fever

Headache

Fatigue

Muscle Aches

Loss of Appetite  

300

Is there a cure for the common cold?

NO

-Antivirals show no benefit

-Vitamin C not proven to help

*Zinc has been proven to shorten cold duration

400

In what health condition is the use of decongestants contraindicated?

High blood pressure

500

What are the two OTC products that can treat cough, and which type of cough do they treat?

Dextromethorphan (Dry) DELSYM

Guaifenesin (Wet) MUCINEX

Asthma

100

True or false: Asthma is characterized by recurrent attacks

True

200

What can trigger or exacerbate an asthma attack?

Pet hair or dander

Tobacco smoke

Pollen

Mold

Dust

Exercise

Infections

Stress

Cold Weather

NSAIDs

Strong Odors (perfume, candles)

300

What are the common symptoms of asthma?

Wheezing

Shortness of Breath

Chest tightness

Increased mucus

Coughing

Use of accessory muscles during respiration

400

What medication is considered a rescue inhaler?

Albuterol (Proair, Ventolin, Proventil)

500

What is an important counseling point for patients using inhaled corticosteroids (Flovent, Flovent diskus)?

Rinse mouth out after use

COPD

100

What does the acronym COPD stand for?

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

200

What are the two conditions associated with COPD?

Chronic Bronchitis

Emphysema

300

What are the signs and symptoms of COPD?

Dyspnea (Shortness of Breath)

Chronic Cough

Chronic Sputum Production

History of exposure to risk factors 

-Tobacco smoke, Occupational dust and chemicals

-Smoke from home cooking and heating fuels

Fatigue

Wheezing

Increased Lung Infections

400

What are the 3 best types of treatment for stable COPD patients?

SABA

LABA

Anticholinergic (LAMA)

500

What class of medications can be used as an alternative bronchodilator for patients who do not tolerate albuterol?

Anticholinergics (LAMA's)

-Ipratropium (Atrovent)

Also available as combination product with albuterol

-Combivent Respimat, DuoNeb