Description
| Summary: | 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.<br> Includes lively discussion sections that address controversies involving the use of beta2-agonists and synthesizes current information into practical treatment guidelines!<br> Written by world-renowned experts representing prestigious institutions in 12 countries, Beta2-Agonists in Asthma Treatment<br> summarizes the history of beta-agonists in asthma treatment<br> explains the molecular action and effect of beta2-agonists on airway effector cells and inflammation<br> discusses in detail beta2-agonist pharmacokinetics<br> reviews inhalation devices and techniques<br> compares the pharmacological characteristics of long-acting versus short-acting beta2-agonists<br> addresses the possible influence of beta2-agonists in the deterioration of asthmatic conditions and increased mortality<br> delineates the role of beta2-agonists in treating acute and chronic asthma in both children and adults<br> and much more!
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| Item Description: | On t.p. "2" is subscript. |
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| Physical Description: | xvi, 443 p. : ill., ports. |
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| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
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| ISBN: | 0824794966 |
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