Combination Therapy for Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (Lung Biology in Health and Disease)

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This book examines the therapies used for treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) separately and in combination, covering beta-agonists, theophylline, leukotriene modifiers, and anticholinergics. Highlights the importance of specific time dosing of medications! Revealing what medications to use and when to prescribe them, Combination Therapy for Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease xB7; emphasizes anti-inflammatory therapy xB7; compares and contrasts the side effects and efficacy of titration and various combinations xB7; covers the steroid-sparing effect of combining inhaled corticosteroids and long-acting beta 2-agonists xB7; includes over 1100 references that clarify outcomes among several different agents xB7; details the mechanisms of inhaled glucocorticoid action xB7; and more! Written by clinicians who are experts in the pharmacological agents discussed, Combination Therapy for Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease is critical for pulmonologists, clinical immunologists/allergists, pharmacologists, internists, family practice physicians, pediatricians, and hospital interns and residents.