Background Our aim was to describe: 1) lung deposition and inspiratory flow rate; 2) main
characteristics of inhaler devices in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) continues to be associated with increased
morbidity and mortality risk in spite of updated guidelines and a better understanding of this …

Background Dry powder inhalers (DPIs) are inspiratory flow driven and hence flow
dependent. Most patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are elderly …

Optimal delivery of medication via dry powder inhalers, the most commonly prescribed
inhaler type, is dependent on a patient achieving a minimum level of inspiratory flow during …

The correct use of inhalation devices is an inclusion criterion in many comparative studies.
However, patients can make errors, thus compromising the effectiveness of their own …

A variety of inhaler devices are available for delivering treatments to patients with chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease, and new inhalers are currently being developed. Each type …

Background Inhaled medication is the cornerstone of the pharmacological treatment for
patients with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Several inhaler …

Introduction Achieving correct inhalation technique through an inhaler to ensure effective
drug delivery is key to managing symptoms in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary …

Selecting the most appropriate inhalation device from the wide range available is essential
for the successful management of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease …

Background The chronic and progressive nature of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
(COPD) requires self-administration of inhaled medication. Dry powder inhalers (DPIs) are …