Asthma Medications

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Asthma Medications

• ESAT 4001
• Pharmacology in Athletic Training

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Asthma

• Review of condition
• Use of inhalers and other medications
• Epinephrine (EPIPEN) in acute attacks

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Inhalers and Spacers

• MDI
• Spacer
• Nebulizer
• Problems with inhalers
• Hand-breath coordination
• Nebulizer

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Bronchiodilators(Beta-Adrenergic Agonists)

• Mostly used in inhaler form
• Albuterol
• Proventil ventolin
• Cause smooth-muscle relaxation opening
  constricted airways
• Effects seen w/in 5-15 min last 3-6 hr
• Intended for use for asthma

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Bronchiodilators(Beta-Adrenergic Agonists)

• Side effects of inhalers
• Racing heart, other cardiac irregularities,
  nervousness
• Azmacort and flovent are steroid preparations
  may be on banned lists

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Anticholinergics

• Cholinergic receptor inhibitor
• Leads to bronchodilation
• Not as effective as beta adrenergic drugs

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Systemic Corticosteroids

• Inhibit associated inflammatory response
• Used to treat symptoms associated with acute
  exacerbation
• Used in combination with ?2-agonist drugs
• 3-10 day course

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Long Term Therapies

• Inhalation Corticosteroids
• Mast Cell Stabilizers
• Leukotriene Modifiers
• Effective reduction of inflammation
• Long acting Beta Agonists
• Bronchodilators
• Onset is slower than short acting drugs
• Methylxanthines
• Caffeine