COPD Articles A-Z

COPD Symptoms

Common COPD symptoms include sputum production, coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath. This eMedTV resource provides a detailed look at these and other signs and symptoms of COPD, including factors that can make them worse.

COPD Treatment

Some of the treatment options for COPD include bronchodilators, steroids, and oxygen therapy. This eMedTV page describes these and other treatment options, and explains how they help relieve symptoms and make breathing easier.

Does Bromelain Work?

This eMedTV page addresses the question, "Does bromelain work?" Bromelain supplements may help treat several conditions, such as osteoarthritis and sinus infections. However, more research is necessary to prove bromelain's effectiveness.

Drug Interactions With Fluticasone and Salmeterol

This eMedTV article describes some of the drug interactions with fluticasone and salmeterol that can occur with medications such as certain antidepressants, beta blockers, or MAOIs. This page also explains how these interactions can lead to problems.

Drug Interactions With Fluticasone Inhalers

This eMedTV page lists some of the drugs that can potentially interact with fluticasone (like protease inhibitors). Drug interactions with fluticasone inhalers can raise your risk of side effects by increasing the level of fluticasone in your blood.

Drug Interactions With Levalbuterol

This eMedTV article explains that drug interactions with levalbuterol can occur with medications such as digoxin or MAOIs. This page lists some of the other drugs that may interact with levalbuterol and describes the problems that can occur.

Drug Interactions With Pirbuterol

Diuretics, beta blockers, and MAOIs are among the drugs that can potentially interact with pirbuterol. This eMedTV article lists other drugs that can lead to drug interactions with pirbuterol and describes the problems that may result.

Drug Interactions With Terbutaline

Beta blockers and certain diuretics are among the drugs that can potentially interact with terbutaline. This eMedTV page describes how drug interactions with terbutaline can increase your risk of a number of serious side effects, among other things.

Due Neb

DuoNeb is a prescription drug used to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This eMedTV Web page explains how the medication works and outlines general dosing guidelines. Due Neb is a common misspelling of DuoNeb.

DuoNeb

DuoNeb can be used to prevent airway spasms due to COPD. This eMedTV article provides a detailed overview of the drug, including information on how it works, potential side effects, and tips on when and how to use the nebulizer.

DuoNeb and Breastfeeding

It is not known whether DuoNeb passes through breast milk. This selection from the eMedTV library discusses DuoNeb and breastfeeding in more detail, explaining why there has not been any research done on whether the drug passes through breast milk.

DuoNeb and Pregnancy

In studies, one of the ingredients in DuoNeb caused birth defects in pregnant animals. This page of the eMedTV Web site discusses DuoNeb and pregnancy in more detail, and explains when a healthcare provider may prescribe the drug to pregnant women.

DuoNeb Dosage

The standard DuoNeb dosage for treating COPD is one 3-mL vial inhaled four times a day using a nebulizer. This eMedTV Web page discusses general DuoNeb dosing guidelines and provides some tips for when and how to use the medication.

DuoNeb Drug Interactions

A few of the drugs that may interact with DuoNeb include digoxin, pramlintide, and beta blockers. This eMedTV article outlines the medications that may lead to DuoNeb drug interactions and describes the complications these interactions may cause.

DuoNeb Inhalation Solution

DuoNeb is an inhalation solution used for treating COPD. This eMedTV article presentation includes information on DuoNeb, such as possible side effects and interactions.

DuoNeb Overdose

People who take too much DuoNeb may have overdose symptoms such as chest pain, a dry mouth, and seizures. This eMedTV resource describes the possible effects of a DuoNeb overdose and explains how such an overdose is treated.

DuoNeb Side Effects

Some common side effects of DuoNeb include a sore throat, chest pain, and diarrhea. This eMedTV segment discusses DuoNeb side effects in more detail, including those that may require immediate medical attention (such as an irregular heart rhythm).

DuoNeb Uses

DuoNeb is used for treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in adults. This eMedTV resource explains how this prescription medication works and takes an in-depth look at DuoNeb uses, including an "off-label" use for treating asthma.

DuoNeb Warnings and Precautions

DuoNeb can affect the heart rate and blood pressure, and may not be safe for use during pregnancy. This eMedTV segment lists other DuoNeb warnings and precautions to be aware of prior to starting the medicine and explains who should avoid the drug.

Emphasema

Emphysema is a lung disease caused by long-term exposure to smoke or other toxins. This eMedTV resource briefly describes this medical condition and provides a link to more in-depth information. Emphasema is a common misspelling of emphysema.

Emphasema Symptoms

Shortness of breath and a cough that doesn't go away are among the symptoms of emphysema. This eMedTV article describes some of the most common emphysema symptoms. Emphasema symptoms is a common misspelling of emphysema symptoms.

Emphasima

Emphysema, as this eMedTV Web page explains, is a degenerative disease of the airway and lungs that is most often caused by smoking. This page also describes common symptoms and treatment options. Emphasima is a common misspelling of emphysema.

Emphazema

This eMedTV segment describes emphysema, a disease of the lungs and airways most often caused by smoking. Shortness of breath is a typical symptom of the condition. Emphazema is a common misspelling of emphysema.

Emphazima

Emphysema is a degenerative lung disease often caused by smoking. This eMedTV resource provides an overview of the condition, including symptoms and treatment, and includes a link to more information. Emphazima is a common misspelling of emphysema.

Emphesema

This eMedTV page takes a brief look at emphysema -- a degenerative lung disease often caused by smoking. Common symptoms and treatment options are discussed, and a link to more information is provided. Emphesema is a common misspelling of emphysema.

Emphezema

Emphysema is a disease that can occur after prolonged assault on lung tissues by cigarette smoke or toxins. This eMedTV article further explores this condition and discusses its causes and symptoms. Emphezema is a common misspelling of emphysema.