Bronchospasmolytic

Bronchospasmolytic is a type of medicinal activity that is used to treat bronchospasms. Bronchospasms are contractions in the smooth muscle of the lungs that can cause difficulty breathing, wheezing, and chest tightness. Bronchospasmolytic medicines work by relaxing the muscles of the airways, widening them and allowing more air to flow through. This relieves the symptoms of bronchospasms and makes breathing easier. Bronchospasmolytics can be administered orally, through inhalation, or intravenously, depending on the severity of the bronchospasm. Common bronchospasmolytics include short-acting beta-agonists such as albuterol, levalbuterol, and terbutaline; long-acting beta-agonists such as salmeterol and formoterol; anticholinergics such as ipratropium and tiotropium; and corticosteroids such as prednisone and beclomethasone.