Antiasthmatics

1. symptom treatment Beta2-sympathomimetics are derived from epinephrine. They selectively stimulate the adrenergic β2-receptors of bronchial muscles and thus have a bronchospasmolytic effect. For rapid symptom relief, fast-acting agents are usually administered by inhalation, for example, with a metered-dose inhaler or a powder inhaler. They should be used only when needed. An increase in administration … Antiasthmatics

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Symptoms Possible symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) include a chronic cough, mucus production, sputum, shortness of breath, chest tightness, breath sounds, lack of energy, and sleep disturbances. The symptoms often worsen with physical exertion. An acute worsening of chronic symptoms is referred to as an exacerbation. In addition, numerous systemic and extrapulmonary concomitant … Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Milrinone

Products Milrinone is commercially available as a solution for injection (Corotrope, generic). It was approved in many countries in 1992. Structure and properties Milrinone (C12H9N3O, Mr = 211.22 g/mol) is a bipyridine derivative and a carbonitrile derivative of amrinone. Effects Milrinone (ATC C01CE02) has positive inotropic and vasodilatory properties. The effects are due to inhibition … Milrinone

Pimobendan

Products Pimobendan is approved for animals in the form of capsules, injectable solution, and chewable tablets. It has been approved in many countries since 1998. Structure and properties Pimobendan (C19H18N4O2, Mr = 334.4 g/mol) is a benzimidazole pyridazinone derivative. Effects Pimobendan (ATCvet QC01CE90) has vasodilator properties. The effects are due to inhibition of phosphodiesterase type … Pimobendan

Blocked Nose

Symptoms The possible symptoms of a stuffy nose include difficult nasal breathing, swelling of the mucous membrane, a feeling of fullness, secretions, crusting, rhinitis, itching, and sneezing. The stuffy nose often occurs at night while lying down and also triggers insomnia, sore throat and headache. Causes A stuffy nose restricts the flow of air through … Blocked Nose