Asthma and Classification Mechanism

Generic Name (Brand Name) | Classification | Mechanism of Action | Indication | Side Effects | Contraindication and Precaution | Nursing Responsibility | Carbocistiene (Loviscol) | Mucokinetics/expectorant | Reduces theviscosity ofbronchialsecretions &facilitateexpectoration | Acute/chronic disorders of the upper &Lower respiratory tract associated with the secretion &formationof excessiveand viscid mucus. | >Nausea,>headache>vomiting>anorexia>gastricdiscomfort>diarrhea | Contraindication:>Patient with active peptic ulcer.>Hypersensitivity to carbocisteine Precaution:>patient with history of peptic ulcer>patient with hypothyroidism | >assess cough: type, frequency, character> advice medical consultation for persistent cough of more than 7 days>advice pt. to avoid smoking>suggest sugarlesslozenges to decreasethroat irritation and cough. |

Generic Name (Brand Name) | Classification | Mechanism of Action | Indication | Side Effects | Contraindication and Precaution | Nursing Responsibility | Albuterol Sulfate (Ventolin) | Antasthmatic & COPD Prepara-tions | Acts selectively to cause bronchodi-lation and vasodilation for relief or broncho-spasm | Relief andprevention of brochospasm | >Fine tremor of Skeletal Muscle>Palpitations>Headache >dizziness>nervousness>Dryness of themouth, throat>irritation >urinaryretention. | Contraindication:>allergic to the Drugs.> patient withHypertropicobstructivecardiomyopathy and Tachyarrythmia.Precaution:> patient with diabetes, thyroid disease, vasomotor problems, degenerative heart disease, history of stroke, and with severe renal impairement.>patients with known sensitivity to atropine, soybeans, soya lecithin, and peanuts. | >Observe for wheezing. If condition occurs,Withhold Medication and notify physician/other health care professional immediately.>Instruct patient tocontact health careprofessional immediately if shortness