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2. Doctors urged to ditch blue inhalers for asthma treatment ...

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   The carbon footprint of blue inhalers is being compared to a lengthy car trip in advice released to asthma patients as British doctors are told to switch out the sprays for a more effective treatment.

3. Metered-dose inhaler - Wikipedia

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   MDI canister and actuator components from H&T Presspart. A metered-dose inhaler consists of three major components: the canister, which is produced in aluminum or stainless steel by means of deep drawing, where the formulation resides; the metering valve, which allows a metered quantity of the formulation to be dispensed with each actuation; and an actuator (or mouthpiece) which enables the ...

4. Salmeterol - Wikipedia

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   Salmeterol is a long-acting β 2 adrenergic receptor agonist (LABA) used in the maintenance and prevention of asthma symptoms and maintenance of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) symptoms. [2] Symptoms of bronchospasm include shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing and chest tightness.

5. Inhaler - Wikipedia

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   An inhaler (puffer, asthma pump or allergy spray) is a medical device used for delivering medicines into the lungs through the work of a person's breathing. This allows medicines to be delivered to and absorbed in the lungs, which provides the ability for targeted medical treatment to this specific region of the body, as well as a reduction in the side effects of oral medications.

6. Fluticasone/salmeterol - Wikipedia

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   [2] [3] [4] It is used in the management of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). [4] It is used by inhaling the medication into the lungs. [4] Common side effects include thrush, headache, and cough. [5] Serious side effects may include worsening asthma, anaphylaxis, seizures, and heart problems. [5]

7. 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 ...