Respiratory Drugs and Pharmacology

These flashcards cover key vocabulary related to respiratory drugs and pharmacology, including definitions of important terms and drug classes.

Antitussive

A drug that suppresses coughing.

Dyspnea

Difficult or labored breathing.

Expectorate

To cough up mucus from the lungs.

Mucolytic

A drug that breaks up mucus.

Parturition

The act of giving birth.

Purulent

Containing pus.

Sympathomimetic

A drug that stimulates the sympathetic nervous system.

Transient

Temporary or short-lived.

Expectorant

A substance that helps to cough up mucus from the lungs.

Bronchodilator

A drug that opens up the bronchioles.

Antihistamines

Drugs that inhibit the release of histamine.

Corticosteroids

Anti-inflammatory drugs used to treat various conditions.

Epinephrine

A non-selective alpha/beta agonist used for anaphylaxis and cardiac resuscitation.

Doxapram

A central nervous system respiratory stimulant.

Albuterol

A beta 2 adrenergic agonist used for bronchodilation.

Acetylcysteine

A mucolytic agent and antidote for acetaminophen toxicity.

Hydrocodone

An opioid used as an antitussive to treat nonproductive coughs.

Butorphanol

An opioid agonist/antagonist used for treating cough.

Theophylline

A bronchodilator used for treating asthma.

Temaril-P

A combination drug with antitussive and anti-inflammatory properties.