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2. Anti-asthmatic agent - Wikipedia

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   Inhaled short-acting β2-adrenergic agonists, such as terbutaline and salbutamol, are the first-line drugs indicated for asthma exacerbation for all patients to provide rapid bronchodilating effects. [ 1 ] [ 2 ] Short-acting β2-adrenergic agonists can be delivered by different devices, for example, nebulizers and metered-dose inhalers .

3. Dry-powder inhaler - Wikipedia

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   A dry-powder inhaler (DPI) is a device that delivers medication to the lungs in the form of a dry powder. DPIs are commonly used to treat respiratory diseases such as asthma , bronchitis , emphysema and COPD although DPIs (such as inhalable insulin ) have also been used in the treatment of diabetes mellitus .

4. Fluticasone/salmeterol - Wikipedia

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   While the use of inhaled steroids and long-acting beta2‑adrenergic agonists are recommended for the resulting improvement in control of symptoms of asthma, [10] concerns have been raised that salmeterol may increase the risk of death due to asthma, and this additional risk is not reduced by the addition of inhaled steroids. [11]

5. 22-Year-Old With Chronic Asthma Died After Inhaler Price Went ...

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   Cole Schmidtknecht, 22, had lived with asthma since he was a baby, but he was able to manage his symptoms by taking Advair Diskus, a preventative inhaler, every day, according to a lawsuit filed ...

6. Parents search for Flovent alternatives as childhood asthma ...

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   Flovent, one of the most commonly prescribed childhood asthma inhalers, is no longer being manufactured in the United States. This preventative medication is usually taken every day to help keep ...

7. GSK to cap out-of-pocket inhaler costs in US - AOL

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   The cost cap would apply to all of its asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) medicines, including Advair Diskus, Advair HFA, and Trelegy Ellipta, and would apply to patients ...

8. Beta2-adrenergic agonist - Wikipedia

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   Overuse of β 2 agonists and asthma treatment without proper inhaled corticosteroid use has been associated with an increased risk of asthma exacerbations and asthma-related hospitalizations. [8] The excipients, in particular sulfite , could contribute to the adverse effects.

9. Some drugmakers to cap cost of asthma inhalers at $35 a month

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   The 6-year-old has severe asthma and needs to use an inhaler twice a day. Lucas’ doctor switched him to a different inhaler, from Merck, which cost $80 a month. Rix is now switching him to ...