Tx Use
Ease of breathing and decreased wheezing
What is Bronchodilators?
Cautiously use with COPD, asthma, pneumonia
What is Antihistamines?
Bronchodilator that requires you to rinse mouth after inhaler use
What is Tiotropium (Spiriva)?
Ability to shrink engorged nasal mucous membranes
What is Decongestants?
suppress cough reflex
What is Antitussives?
Dry mouth may indicate an adverse effect on what drug?
What is Decongestant?
Use no longer than 3-5 days
What is Topical/Inhaled adrenergics
Relax and dilate airways by stimulating the beta2- adrenergic receptors located throughout the lungs.
What is beta agonists?
Increase HR, and nervousness
What is Albuterol?
Decreased nasopharyngeal secretions by blocking H1 receptors.
What is Antihistamines?
Check LFTs (liver function test) for these two drugs
Two main categories for antitussives
What is opioid and nonopioid?
MOA not determined BUT thought to have dual effects on both reducing inflammation and enhancing the activity of beta agonists
What is Corticosteroids?
Contraindicated in patients who are hypersensitive to glucocorticoids
What is Corticosteroids?