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Term: Beta 2-Agonist
Glossary Definition
Last Updated: 2005-11-24
Definition:
A group of drugs that is used as a first line treatment to alleviate asthma symptoms. These are identified by the Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical (ATC) drug classification codes: R03AA, R03AB, and R03AC.
Related concepts
Related terms
- Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical (ATC) Drug Classification System
- Asthma Care: Controller Medication Use
References
- Katz A, De Coster C, Bogdanovic B, Soodeen R, Chateau D. Using Administrative Data to Develop Indicators of Quality in Family Practice. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2004. [Report] [Summary] (View)
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