Background Inhaled drug delivery is the cornerstone treatment for asthma and chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). However, use of inhaler devices can be …

Health professionals tasked with advising patients with asthma and chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease (COPD) how to use inhaler devices properly and what to do about …

Background: There is a lack of guidance on inhaler device selection and how to
individualize inhaler choice when prescribed for the first-time. Aim of the work: To compare …

Purpose This study was designed to assess inhaler technique skills, asthma control level,
adherence, and quality of life scores amongst asthmatic patients living in Amman, Jordan …

Background Cross-sectional observational studies suggest that between 50% and 60% of
patients misuse a dry powder inhaler, whereas studies with electronic monitors indicate that …

Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are routinely prescribed one or
more inhaled medications. Adherence to inhaler medications and correct inhaler device …

Many inhaler devices are currently used in clinical practice to deliver medication, with each
inhaler device offering different benefits to overcome technique issues. Inhaler technique …

Hundreds of millions of people worldwide have asthma and COPD. Current medications to
control these chronic respiratory diseases can be administered using inhaler devices, such …

Background Incorrect use of inhalers is very common and subsequently leads to poor
control of COPD. Among health care providers, pharmacists are in the best position to …

Rationale: Currently, studies on adherence to inhaled medications report average
adherence over time. This measure does not account for variations in the interval between …