Xanthine derivatives are bronchodilators with which of the following actions in the body? (Select all that apply.)
1. Smooth-muscle relaxation
2. Kidney diuresis
3. Stimulation of the myocardium
4. Decrease in respiratory rate
1, 2, 3
The main actions of xanthine-derivative bronchodilators are to relax the smooth-muscle cells in the bronchi, directly produce diuresis of the kidneys, and stimulate the myocardium.
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