5.5 Respiratory Medication Classes

Now that we have reviewed basic concepts, we will take a closer look at specific respiratory medication classes and specific administration considerations, therapeutic effects, adverse/side effects, and teaching needed for each class of medications.

Respiratory medication classes discussed in this chapter include antihistamines, decongestants, antitussives, expectorants, beta-2 agonists, anticholinergics, corticosteroids, leukotriene receptor antagonists, and xanthine derivatives.