| Conventional asthma therapy includes both minimizing chronic symptoms and
aborting exacerbations. Pharmacologic agents for long term control include
corticosteroids (both inhaled and systemic), long acting bronchodilators,
leukotriene modifiers, desensitization therapy and assorted anti-inflammatory
preparations. Agents for quick relief include beta-adrenergic agonists, anticholinergics, phosphodiesterase inhibitors, glucocorticoids, and
antimicrobials. |
