Respiratory System Drugs — Flashcards

Ipratropium is a competitive _____ receptor antagonist that is used to prevent bronchoconstriction in asthmatic and COPD patients

Corticosteroids treat asthma by blocking _____ and cellular infiltration

_____ is a monoclonal antibody against IL-5 receptor alpha used for maintenance therapy for asthma.

In the treatment of Cystic Fibrosis, _____ works by facilitating proper folding of the CFTR protein

Leukotrienes _____, D4 and E4 increase airway vascular permeability, mucus production, and bronchoconstriction (bronchospasm)

Salmeterol and formoterol are _____-acting 2 agonists

Dextromethorphan is an antitussive that has mild _____ effects when used in excess and thus has mild abuse potential

Inhaled _____ inactivate NF-B, the transcription factor that induces production of TNF- and other inflammatory agents

First Aid Pharmacology: Respiratory Pseudoephedrine and phenylephrine are _____ agonists that may be used as nasal decongestants

_____ route is preferred over the intravenous route in acute severe asthma as it is easier and safer with equivalent efficacy.