Which topically active aerosol steroids are highly effective for reducing sneezing, nasal itching, stuffiness, and rhinorrhea? (Select all that apply.)
a. Beclomethasone (Beconase AQ)
b. Prednisone (Deltasone)
c. Fluticasone (Flonase)
d. Flunisolide (Nasarel)
e. Budesonide (Rhinocort Aqua)
ANS: A, C, D, E
Beclomethasone, fluticasone, flunisolide, and budesonide are drugs used to reduce sneezing, nasal itching, stuffiness, and rhinorrhea. Prednisone is not used to treat these symptoms.
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