Category Archives: Respiratories

Precautions to be taken while Using Cromolyn Sodium Information

Posted on August 22, 2007 by steve

Type of Drug: Respiratory inhalant. How the Cromolyn Sodium Works: Cromolyn sodium is an antiasthmatic, antiallergic stabilizer of mast cells, which release histamine and slow-reacting substances of anaphylaxis. The decreased release of these and other chemicals assist in preventing constriction … Continue reading →

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Intranasal Steroids Drug – How does Intranasal Steroids Works?

Posted on August 6, 2007 by steve

Type of Drug: Nasal corticosteroids; anti-inflammatory agents. How the Drug Works: Intranasal steroids for inhalation shrink swollen and irritated nasal tissue primarily by reducing inflammation, but also by constricting blood vessels of the nasal mucosa. Uses: To relieve nasal symptoms … Continue reading →

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Leilptroeme Receptor Antagonists/Formation Inhibitors Information

Posted on July 27, 2007 by steve

Type of Drug: Anti-asthma drug. How the Drug Works: Zileuton inhibits the formation of certain chemicals (leukotrienes) that are responsible for causing some forms of asthma. Montelukast and zafirlukast block the action of certain chemicals (leukotrienes) that are responsible for … Continue reading →

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