COPD
Learn about COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease)
If you have COPD, you know how scary it can be to feel short of breath. Whether you just found out that you have COPD or you've been living with it for a while, you will find helpful information here. Our topics will teach you about the disease and give you some tips on breathing easier.
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Health Topics
- Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency Genetic Testing
- Black Lung Disease
- Care at the End of Life
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- Interactive Tool: Are You Ready to Quit Smoking?
- Interactive Tool: How Does Smoking Affect Your Lifespan?
- Interactive Tool: How Much Is Smoking Costing You?
- Living With More Than One Health Problem
- Oxygen treatment for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Pulmonary rehabilitation for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Quitting Smoking
- Tips for Reducing Indoor Pollutants in Your Home
- Writing an Advance Directive
Medications
- Anticholinergics for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Beta2-agonists for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Bupropion hydrochloride (Zyban) for quitting smoking
- Clonidine (Catapres) for quitting smoking
- Corticosteroids for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Expectorants for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Methylxanthines for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Mucolytics for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Nicotine replacement therapy for quitting tobacco
- Nortriptyline for quitting smoking
- Varenicline (Chantix) for quitting smoking
Last Updated: November 4, 2009
Author: Maria Essig
Medical Review: Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine


