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What is the main cause of airway obstruction in chronic bronchitis?
What is the main cause of airway obstruction in chronic bronchitis?
Which class of drugs prevents bronchoconstriction in COPD by blocking M3 receptors?
Which class of drugs prevents bronchoconstriction in COPD by blocking M3 receptors?
Which medication class relaxes bronchial smooth muscle in COPD?
Which medication class relaxes bronchial smooth muscle in COPD?
What is a common side effect of Muscarinic Antagonists in COPD treatment?
What is a common side effect of Muscarinic Antagonists in COPD treatment?
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Which medication class acts by inhibiting NF-kB and has side effects including oral thrush?
Which medication class acts by inhibiting NF-kB and has side effects including oral thrush?
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Which drug class in COPD treatment is known to decrease inflammation and relax airways?
Which drug class in COPD treatment is known to decrease inflammation and relax airways?
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Which medication is considered the first-line agent for acute asthma exacerbations?
Which medication is considered the first-line agent for acute asthma exacerbations?
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What is the primary mechanism of action of inhaled corticosteroids in asthma treatment?
What is the primary mechanism of action of inhaled corticosteroids in asthma treatment?
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Which class of medications may cause side effects like tremor and arrhythmia in asthma patients?
Which class of medications may cause side effects like tremor and arrhythmia in asthma patients?
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What is the recommended approach to stopping chronic treatment with systemic (oral) steroids?
What is the recommended approach to stopping chronic treatment with systemic (oral) steroids?
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Which medication may be used prophylactically to prevent exacerbations in asthma patients?
Which medication may be used prophylactically to prevent exacerbations in asthma patients?
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What is the role of long-acting β2 agonists like salmeterol and formoterol in asthma management?
What is the role of long-acting β2 agonists like salmeterol and formoterol in asthma management?
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Which medication is the first-line agent for maintenance in COPD due to its efficacy and side effect profile?
Which medication is the first-line agent for maintenance in COPD due to its efficacy and side effect profile?
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What is the primary mechanism of action of muscarinic antagonists in preventing bronchoconstriction?
What is the primary mechanism of action of muscarinic antagonists in preventing bronchoconstriction?
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Which medication is known to take at least 2-4 weeks for its full effect to be seen?
Which medication is known to take at least 2-4 weeks for its full effect to be seen?
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What is the common side effect associated with muscarinic antagonists in the treatment of bronchoconstriction?
What is the common side effect associated with muscarinic antagonists in the treatment of bronchoconstriction?
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Which medication inhibits calcium influx and has an unclear mechanism of action in stabilizing cell membrane for bronchial relaxation?
Which medication inhibits calcium influx and has an unclear mechanism of action in stabilizing cell membrane for bronchial relaxation?
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Why are mast cell stabilizers like Cromolyn rarely used in asthma despite their mechanism of action?
Why are mast cell stabilizers like Cromolyn rarely used in asthma despite their mechanism of action?
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