Bronchodilators: β2-agonists in Asthma Treatment
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What is the recommended way to use ULTRA-LONG ACTING β2—AGONISTS for asthma treatment?

  • In combination with an ICS (correct)
  • Twice a day
  • As monotherapy
  • Once a day
  • How long do ULTRA-LONG ACTING β2—AGONISTS provide bronchodilating effects for?

  • 4 hours
  • 12 hours (correct)
  • 8 hours
  • 24 hours
  • Which beverage provides stimulant effects due to containing methylxanthines?

  • Coffee (correct)
  • Orange juice
  • Apple juice
  • Milk
  • What is the main mechanism of action by which methylxanthines cause bronchodilation?

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

    Which of the following medications should NOT be used as monotherapy for asthma?

    <p>Arformoterol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most likely outcome associated with using ULTRA-LONG ACTING β2—AGONISTS as monotherapy for asthma?

    <p>Increased mortality rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary use of short-acting β2-agonists?

    <p>Symptomatic treatment of bronchospasm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism of action of β2-agonists?

    <p>Stimulation of GPCRs leading to increased cAMP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the duration of action of short-acting β2-agonists?

    <p>4-6 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the benefit of administering β2-agonists by inhalation?

    <p>It reduces systemic toxicity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the example of a short-acting β2-agonist?

    <p>Salbutamol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the use of long-acting β2-agonists?

    <p>Adjunctive therapy for moderate to severe asthma</p> Signup and view all the answers

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