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Albuterol Inhaler Devices
Alternative Names
Metered-dose inhaler administration
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Metered-dose inhalers usually come in three pieces:
- A mouthpiece
- A cap that goes over the mouthpiece
- A canister full of medication.
Using a metered-dose inhaler (MDI) seems simple, but many patients do not use it the right way. When you use your MDI the wrong way, less medicine gets to your lungs. This is why is is recommended that you use a spacer device, which connects to the mouthpiece. The...
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From Our Experts
Tips for Handling the Asthma Inhaler Changeover
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Inhaler Devices for Asthma Treament Part 1
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Two Months to the Asthma Inhaler Changeover: What You Need to Know Now
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Proper Inhaler Use is Essential
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From Our Sources
Albuterol inhaler may be useless to some patients
British researchers say that approximately one in ten children using an albuterol inhaler for daily asthma maintenance may not be helped by the... Read more »
Placebo Effect Rivals Inhaler Benefits for Asthmatics
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ProAir inhaler approved for young children
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Teva Pharmaceutical's ProAir asthma inhaler for children as young as four years old. ProAir is an... Read more »
FDA: Don't swallow inhaler capsules
The capsules associated with the medications Spiriva and Foradil should be used with their intended inhalation devices and not swallowed, U.S. health... Read more »
Experts say millions are using inhaler incorrectly
Experts believe that up to 90 percent of asthma sufferers are using their inhalers incorrectly. And this incorrect use could mean patients aren't... Read more »
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