Definition: A medication that results in the relaxation of the smooth muscles of the airway, increasing the size of the airway. Medications that relieve the immediate symptoms of asthma, such as albuterol.
Pronunciation: brong-ko-di-la'ter
Bronchodilator
By Daniel More, MD, About.com Guide
Updated September 29, 2007
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