Why atropine is given in bronchial asthma?

Atropine is not used in the treatment of bronchial asthma.

Atropine is an anticholinergic medication, which means that it blocks the effects of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter that plays a role in many bodily functions, including the regulation of airway tone.

In asthma, the airways become inflamed and narrowed, making it difficult to breathe. Atropine can worsen asthma symptoms by causing further bronchospasm. For this reason, atropine is not used in the treatment of asthma.

Instead, asthma is typically treated with medications such as inhaled corticosteroids, beta-agonists, and leukotriene modifiers that help to relax the airways and reduce inflammation.