Role of leukotriene receptor antagonists in the treatment of exercise-induced bronchoconstriction: a review.
Asthma is a very common disorder that still causes significant morbidity and mortality. A high percentage of individuals with asthma also experience exercise-induced bronchoconstriction (EIB). This article reviews the current literature and updates the reader on the safety, efficacy, and clinical applications of leukotriene modifiers in the treatment of EIB.
Division of Respiratory Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Saskatchewan, Royal University Hospital, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
George S
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Philteos
Beth E
BE
Davis
Donald W
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Cockcroft
Darcy D
DD
Marciniuk