nitric oxide

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What is nitric oxide?

Generic Name: nitric oxide
Other Brand Names: INOmax
Nitric oxide is a gas that is inhaled. It works by relaxing smooth muscle to widen (dilate) blood vessels, especially in the lungs.
Nitric oxide is used together with a breathing machine (ventilator) to treat respiratory failure in premature babies.
Nitric oxide may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

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Journals about nitric oxide(9)

Exhaled Nitric Oxide as a Noninvasive Assessment of Chronic Cough


by exhalednitricoxide, Oct 23, 2009 04:39AM
Exhaled nitric oxide (ENO) has been suggested as a marker of airway inflammation. This...

Exhaled Nitric Oxide Measurement for Treatment of Asthma


by exhalednitricoxide, Oct 22, 2009 04:15AM
Description Asthma is characterized by inflammation of the respiratory tract, with ...

Advancing Asthma Management with Exhaled Nitric Oxide


by exhalednitricoxide, Oct 14, 2009 01:31AM
Exhaled nitric oxide (eNO) is an established marker of airway inflammation that can be...