Beta 2-agonists in Asthma Treatment

Beta 2-agonists in Asthma Treatment
(Lung Biology in Health and Disease)
By Romain Pauwels, Paul O'Byrne

Publisher: Informa HealthCare
Number Of Pages: 443
Publication Date: 1997-07-15
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0824794966
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780824794965

Product Description:
This authoritative, timely resource analyzes every important topic related to the most frequently prescribed anti-asthma medications;comprehensively examining the use of beta2-agonists from molecular interactions with the beta-receptor to clinical and therapeutic applications in acute and chronic conditions. Includes lively discussion sections that address controversies involving the use of beta2-agonists and synthesizes current information into practical treatment guidelines! Written by world-renowned experts representing prestigious institutions in 12 countries, Beta2-Agonists in Asthma Treatment summarizes the history of beta-agonists in asthma treatment explains the molecular action and effect of beta2-agonists on airway effector cells and inflammation discusses in detail beta2-agonist pharmacokinetics reviews inhalation devices and techniques compares the pharmacological characteristics of long-acting versus short-acting beta2-agonists addresses the possible influence of beta2-agonists in the deterioration of asthmatic conditions and increased mortality delineates the role of beta2-agonists in treating acute and chronic asthma in both children and adults and much more!

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