Albuterol
(Flovent, Ventolin) “SABA”- bronchodilator relaxing the muscles around the airways, making it easier to breathe. Side Effect: tachycardia
Advair Diskus
(Fluticasone propionate/ Salmeterol): It can prevent symptoms of asthma and COPD. steroid( rinse mouth after to prevent thrush )
Heparin
anticoagulant - used to prevent the risk of pulmonary embolism
Montelukast
(singular): leukotriene modifier maintenance medication (not for acute asthma attack)
Acetylcysteine
(mucomyst) liquifies/ dissolves mucous so it can be coughed out. Also known as an antidote for acetaminophen
Benzonatate
(tessalon perles) cough suppressant reduces the urge to cough by numbing certain areas in the lungs
Pseudoephedrine
(Sudafed): decongestant can treat stuffy nose and sinuses to the common cold. Sinusitis or other respiratory allergies
Dextromethorphan
(Robitussin- “cough suppressant” temporarily relieves cough caused by common cold/ flu
Guaifenesin
(Mucinex) “expectorant” clear mucous or phlegm from the chest when you have congestion from the cold/flu
Theophylline
“methylxanthine” - treat airway obstruction caused by conditions such as asthma, CB emphysema
Low dose- anti-inflammatory
High dose - bronchodilator
There's a narrow distance between the range of effectivity and toxicity