These medications are taken on a regular basis to prevent asthma attacks and control chronic symptoms.
Corticosteroids, also called glucocorticoids or steroids, are powerful anti-inflammatory drugs. Steroids are not bronchodilators (they do not relax the airways) and have little short-term effect on symptoms. Instead, they work over time to reduce inflammation and prevent permanent injury in the lungs. They can also help prevent asthma attacks...
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Generic Name: METHYLPHENIDATE - ORALPronounced: (METH-il-FEN-i-date)Ritalin Oral Precautions Before taking methylphenidate, tell your doctor or ... Read more »
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Generic Name: METHYLPHENIDATE SUSTAINED-ACTION TABLET - ORALPronounced: (METH-il-FEN-i-date)Ritalin SR Oral Precautions Before taking... Read more »
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Generic Name: METHYLPHENIDATE SUSTAINED-ACTION - ORALPronounced: (METH-il-FEN-i-date)Ritalin LA Oral Precautions Before taking methylphenidate,... Read more »
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Long-Term Relief MedicationsThese medications are taken on a regular basis to prevent asthma attacks and control chronic symptoms.Inhaled... Read more »