Bronchial Asthma Treatment Pharmacology
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Which drug is a non-selective βagonist used in the treatment of bronchial asthma?

  • Ipratropium Bromide
  • Adrenaline (correct)
  • Salmeterol
  • Salbutamol

    • What is the mechanism of action of Ipratropium Bromide in the treatment of bronchial asthma?

  • Muscarinic antagonist → prevents bronchospasm induced by acetylcholine (correct)
  • Blocks ATP production in bronchial smooth muscle
  • Stimulates adenylcyclase leading to bronchodilatation
  • Inhibits phosphodiesterase leading to bronchodilation

    • Which adverse effect is commonly associated with the use of non-selective βagonists in the treatment of bronchial asthma?

  • Hypotension
  • Constipation
  • Nausea
  • Tremors (correct)

    • What is the main function of selective β2 agonists such as Salmeterol in the treatment of bronchial asthma?

    <p>Bronchodilation and mast cell stabilization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of action of Theophylline & Aminophylline in the treatment of bronchial asthma?

    <p>Inhibition of phosphodiesterase leading to bronchodilation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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