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Term: Beta 2-Agonist

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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.

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  • 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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