Respiratory Drugs: Pharmacological Approaches for Managing Asthma, COPD, and Pulmonary Disorders
Respiratory drugs are a class of pharmaceuticals used to prevent, manage, and treat diseases affecting the respiratory system, including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), bronchitis, pneumonia, and pulmonary fibrosis. These drugs act on different pathways, such as bronchodilation, anti-inflammatory modulation, mucolysis, and immune system regulation, to alleviate symptoms and improve lung function.
Key categories include:
Beta-agonists: Short-acting (SABA) and long-acting (LABA) bronchodilators that relax airway smooth muscles.
Corticosteroids: Inhaled or systemic anti-inflammatory agents for asthma and COPD management.
Anticholinergics: Muscarinic receptor blockers reducing bronchoconstriction and mucus secretion.
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