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Example Question #1 : Respiratory Pharmacology
All of the following are examples of adrenergic agonists except __________.
albuterol
terbutaline
salmeterol
tiotropium
tiotropium
Albuterol, terbutaline, and salmeterol are all beta-2 adrenergic agonists. Beta-2 adrenergic agonists stimulate beta-2 adrenergic receptors, causing smooth muscle relaxation in the bronchial passages.
Tiotropium (trade name Spiriva) is an anticholinergic bronchodilators.
Example Question #2 : Respiratory Pharmacology
Which of the following is an example of an inhaled steroid used in the treatment of asthma?
Fluticasone
Ipratropium
Salmeterol
Fluticasone
Fluticasone (trade name Flovent) is a synthetic glucocorticoid used in the treatment of asthma and allergic rhinitis.
Example Question #2 : Respiratory Pharmacology
What class of drug is montelukast?
Corticosteroid
Long acting beta-2 agonist (LABA)
Anticholinergic bronchodilator
Leukotriene inhibitor
Leukotriene inhibitor
Montelukast is a leukotriene inhibitor. It acts by antagonism of the leukotriene receptor sites in bronchial wall smooth muscle to prevent wheezing, chest tightness, and coughing caused by asthma, and to treat other respiratory issues to promote proper ventilation.