Upper respiratory tract
Anatomy
Nose, Sinus, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi
Prototype medication
Dextromethorphan
Prototype
Tetrahydrozoline
Prototype Medication
Pseudoephedrine
Fluticasone
Oxygen therapy
Simple face mask - 5-8 L/min
Face tent - Less than 10 L/min
Nonrebreather mask - Less than 6 L/min
Venturi mask - 4-10L/min
Tent/Hood - 10-15 L/min
Nasal canula - 1-6L/min
Action / Use
Control nonproductive cough
Action / use
Sympathomimetic
Action
Sympathomimetic
Use/ indication
Seasonal Allergic rhinitis for whom systemic steroid therapy is undesirable
Conditions
Common cold
Seasonal rhinitis
Sinusitis
Pharyngitis and laryngitis
Contraindication
Patients who need to maintain airway
Indication / use
Relieve discomfort of nasal decongestion
Indication
Promote sinus drainage
AE
Local burning
Stinging
irritation
dryness of mucosa
Headache
Caution
Hypersensitivity or history of narcotic addiction
Considerations
Watch for rebound congestion and Dependence
AE
Drying effect on mucous membranes
CNS adverse effects and GI upset
Drug interaction With MAOI's