Optimizing inhalation therapy in the aspect of peak inhalation flow rate in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or asthma
Abstract Background Pressurized metered dose inhalers (pMDIs) and dry powder inhalers (DPIs) are commonly used drug-delivering devices for patients with chronic airway diseases. Appropriate peak inhalation flow rate (PIFR) and inhaler technique is essential for effective therapy. We aimed at optimiz...
Main Authors: | Jian-lan Hua, Xiao-fen Ye, Chun-ling Du, Ning Xie, Jie-qing Zhang, Man Li, Jing Zhang |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2021-09-01
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Series: | BMC Pulmonary Medicine |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12890-021-01674-5 |
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