Respiratory pharmacology
There are several categories of respiratory drugs, each specific to a drug's purpose and mode of action. The following is a list of key pharmaceuticals in the prevention and treatment of respiratory-related ailments.
Adrenergic (Sympathomimetic) Bronchodilators">Adrenergic bronchodilator">Adrenergic (Sympathomimetic) Bronchodilators
Ultra Short-Acting
Short-Acting
Long-Acting
Anticholinergic (Parasympatholytic) Bronchodilators">Anticholinergic">Anticholinergic (Parasympatholytic) Bronchodilators
[Xanthine]s
Mucus-controlling agents
Surfactants">Pulmonary surfactant">Surfactants
[Corticosteroid]s
- Beclomethasone (dipropionate)
- Triamcinolone acetonide
- Flunisolide (hemihydrate)
- Fluticasone (propionate)
- Budesonide
- Mometasone furoate