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Methylxanthines as Bronchodilators by Delyn Gamutan Millan is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Bronchodilators are drugs that reverse airway constriction through bronchodilation. They include anticholinergic agents, adrenergic agents, and methylxanthines. Methylxanthines work by increasing cyclic adenosine monophosphate production through phosphodiesterase inhibition. Bronchodilators are used to relieve reversible bronchospasm associated with conditions like asthma, COPD, and exercise-induced bronchospasm. Due to potential cardiovascular side effects, patients receiving bronchodilators require monito
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- Delyn Gamutan Millan
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- EN