Respiratory System Medications
Corticosteroid Inhalers:
These are anti-inflammatory drugs, especially inhaled glucocorticoids, are the foundation of asthma therapy. These drugs are taken daily for long-term control. Glucocorticoids (i.e. fluticasone, and budesonide) are a type of corticosteroid and are the most effective antiasthma drugs available. Administration is usually via inhalation, but may also be given oral or IV. The most common adverse effects of Inhaled Glucocorticoids are oropharyngeal candidiasis (a causative agent found in Thrush) and dysphhonia (hoarseness, speaking difficulty). Both of these effects result from local deposition of the steroid. To minimize these effects, patients should 1-gargle water after each administration and 2-use a spacer device during administration, which will decrease the likelihood of drug deposits in the oropharynx. The use of a bronchodilator before administration of inhaled Corticosteroids can facilitate the entry of the steroids into the airways. Important to taper off gradually as this prevents severe adverse effects. |
Can't remember what inhaled Corticosteroids are?
Just Remember ASTHMA: Action = decreased respiratory track edema Spacer use recommended Thrush Have the client use bronchodilator first Must taper off gradually Asthma control-not acute attacks ~taken from Pharmacology Made INSANELY Easy |
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Nasonex is also known as Mometasone
It is an inhaled corticosteroid. It is a potent, locally acting anti-inflammatory and immune modifier. Thereby it decreases symptoms of allergies and nasal polyps. Used for the treatment of nasal symptoms of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis. Also for the prophylaxis of nasal symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis and for the treatment of nasal polyps. Common side effects include: headache, pharyngitis and nasal irritation. |
Information found both in the Youtube vidoes, Davis's Drug Guide and in Pharmacology for Nursing Care
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