Anticholinergic Bronchodilators

Flashcards focusing on the vocabulary and key terms related to anticholinergic bronchodilators, their uses, mechanisms, and effects.

Anticholinergic Bronchodilators

Medications that block acetylcholine receptors to cause bronchodilation, often used for maintenance therapy in COPD.

Controller Family of Medications

A class of respiratory inhaled medications that are not used for immediate rescue but for long-term control.

Ipratropium Bromide

An anticholinergic bronchodilator commonly used in combination with Albuterol for enhanced airway dilation.

Tiotropium Bromide

A once-daily anticholinergic bronchodilator used for COPD and asthma maintenance.

M3 Receptors

Muscarinic receptors in airway smooth muscle that, when activated, cause bronchoconstriction.

Combination Therapy

The use of both β-agonists and anticholinergic agents to achieve improved respiratory function.

Adverse Effects of Anticholinergics

Common side effects include dry mouth, cough, mydriasis, and potentially upper respiratory infections.

COPD

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, a condition often treated with anticholinergic bronchodilators.

Nebulized Solution

A form of medication delivered via nebulizer for inhalation, often used for bronchodilators.

DuoNeb

A combination of Ipratropium and Albuterol used for synergistic bronchodilation.

Spiriva

Generic name for tiotropium bromide

Atrovent

Generic name for ipratropium bromide

Combivent Respinat

Generic name for Ipratropium bromide and Albuterol

MDI: 2 puffs, SVN: 0.5mg

The normal dosage for Ipratropium Bromide (atrovent)

Aclidinium Bromide (Tudorza Pressair)

Potent agonist for all muscarinic receptors. Very low and transient systemic exposure.