Bronchodilator

A bronchodilator is a medication intended to improve

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bronchial airflow. Treatment of bronchial asthma is the most common application of

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these drugs. They are also intended to help expand the airways and improve the

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breathing capacity of patients with emphysema, pneumonia and

Related Topics:
Emphysema - Pneumonia

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bronchitis. Pharmaceutically bronchodilators belong to

Related Topics:
Bronchitis - Pharmaceutically

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β-2 mimetics - they act on β-2 receptors in bronchial smooth

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muscle and bronchial mucous membranes. Bronchodilators, particularly non-prescription ones, are often misused as stimulants.

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Brand names of common bronchodilators :

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• Ventolin (salbutamol)
• Primatene (epinephrine)