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Chapter-34 Drugs used in the Treatment of Bronchial Asthma

BOOK TITLE: Pharmacology for Medical Undergraduates

Author
1. Bhandari Prasan R
ISBN
9789352702718
DOI
10.5005/jp/books/14244_35
Edition
1/e
Publishing Year
2018
Pages
14
Author Affiliations
1. SDM College of Medical Sciences and Hospital, Sattur, Dharwad, Karnataka, India, SDM College of Medical Sciences and Hospital, Dharwad, Karnataka, India
Chapter keywords
Bronchial asthma, asthma management, sympathomimetic, anticholinergic, mast cell stabilizer, leukotriene receptor antagonist, cough, mucolytic

Abstract

Bronchial asthma is characterized by dyspnea and wheeze. There is increased resistance to airflow in bronchi. Hence, there is bronchospasm, mucosal edema and congestion. Triggering factors are allergens, cold air, dust, drugs, and infections. Asthma can be of two types i.e. extrinsic and intrinsic. Aims of asthma management are to immediate reversal of bronchospasm, prevention and treatment of inflammation. Classifications of drugs for bronchial asthma are discussed broadly in this chapter. Drugs used in the treatment of cough include antitussives, pharyngeal demulcents, expectorants, and mucolytics, which are also covered in this chapter.

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