Asthma
A form of bronchial disorder associated with airway obstruction, marked by recurrent attacks of paroxysmal dyspnea, with wheezing due to spasmodic contraction of the bronchi.
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Pharmacologic Action
Anti-Asthmatic Agent
Drugs that are used to treat asthma.
Glucocorticoid
A group of corticosteroids that affect carbohydrate metabolism ( gluconeogenesis, liver glycogen deposition,
elevation of blood sugar), inhibit corticotropin secretion, and possess pronounced
anti-inflammatory activity. They also play a role in fat and protein metabolism,
maintenance of arterial blood pressure, alteration of the connective tissue response
to injury, reduction in the number
of circulating lymphocytes, and functioning of the central nervous system.
Anti-Inflammatory Agent
Substances that reduce or suppress inflammation.
