Appropriate selection and correct use of inhalation devices is an integral component in the
management of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It is well known …

Objectives Metered-dose inhalers (MDIs) contain propellants which are potent greenhouse
gases. Many agencies propose a switch to alternative, low global warming potential (GWP) …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease patient care must include confirming a diagnosis
with postbronchodilator spirometry. Because of the clinical heterogeneity and the reality that …

Inhaled medications are the cornerstone of treatment and management of asthma and
COPD. However, inhaler device errors are common among patients and have been linked …

Introduction: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is characterised by persistent
respiratory symptoms and chronic airflow limitation, and is associated with exacerbations …

Introduction This longitudinal, retrospective cohort study of patients with COPD describes
baseline characteristics, adherence, and persistence following initiation of inhaled …

Inhaled therapies are the cornerstone of treatment in asthma and chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease, and there are a multitude of devices available. There is, however, a …

Background COPD is characterised by a progressive airflow limitation in the lungs.
However, adherence to therapy improves management of symptoms and delays disease …

Background Nonadherence to medication and incorrect use of inhalers represent significant
barriers to optimal disease management of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary …

Introduction Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a treatable and preventable
disease characterised by persistent respiratory symptoms and chronic airflow limitation on …