US Medical Term · medications
Bronchodilator
Broncodilatador
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Bronchodilator |
| Spanish (Español) | Broncodilatador |
| Chinese (中文) | 支氣管擴張劑 |
| Korean (한국어) | 기관지 확장제 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Thuốc giãn phế quản |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Bronchodilator |
| Portuguese (Português) | Broncodilatador |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | ยาขยายหลอดลม |
| Japanese (日本語) | 気管支拡張薬 |
What it means
Bronchodilators are medications that relax and open the airways in the lungs, making it easier to breathe. They are used to treat asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and other respiratory conditions. They come in two main types: short-acting (rescue inhalers used during an attack, such as albuterol) and long-acting (used daily for ongoing control). Proper inhaler technique is essential for the medication to reach your lungs. If you are using your rescue inhaler more than twice a week, your condition may not be well controlled — talk to your doctor. Rinse your mouth after using inhaled corticosteroid-combination inhalers to prevent mouth infections.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
Is my albuterol inhaler a bronchodilator for quick relief of breathing problems?
¿Es mi inhalador de albuterol un broncodilatador para alivio rápido de problemas respiratorios?
When should I use my rescue inhaler versus my daily controller inhaler?
¿Cuándo debo usar mi inhalador de rescate en lugar de mi inhalador de control diario?
Can you show me the correct technique for using my inhaler?
¿Puede mostrarme la técnica correcta para usar mi inhalador?
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Last reviewed: September 2026