Many patients misuse lifesaving inhalers and EpiPens, researchers find. — -- EpiPens and asthma inhalers have the potential to save lives with a simple jab or puff, but a small study published ...
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a progressive lung condition that causes breathing difficulties by blocking airflow.
Medically reviewed by Brian Bezack, DO Key Takeaways Over-the-counter (OTC) inhalers are not approved for treating COPD. Prescription inhalers like short-acting beta 2-agonists (SABAs) are the best ...
Switching to “green” inhalers could cut greenhouse gas emissions and reduce drug costs, according to a study by the University of Cambridge. Researchers looked at prescription data from England in ...
Scientists have found the optimal time asthma patients should use inhalers to slash the risk of a potentially deadly attack. Those who use a brown inhaler — which prevents breathlessness — should use ...