Short-acting beta2-agonists for quick relief of asthma symptoms

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Author:	Maria G. Essig, MS, ELS	Last Updated: April 21, 2009
Medical Review:	E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine Harold S. Nelson, MD - Allergy and Immunology
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