Medscape

Majority of Hospitalized Patients With COPD Misuse Inhalers

Approximately two thirds of hospitalized adults with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) received suboptimal treatment with inhalers, mainly resulting from errors, based on data from 96 ...
News Medical

Widespread inhaler misuse in COPD patients: Need for training

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic lung condition characterized by loss of lung elasticity, which leads to dysfunctional gaseous exchange. COPD is the third leading cause of ...
Medscape

Physical and Mental Factors Promote Poor COPD Inhaler Technique

Cognitive impairment, manual dexterity, and suboptimal peak inspiratory flow are associated with inadequate inhaler technique and poor outcomes in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease ...
The American Journal of Managed Care

Many Patients With COPD Found to Have Poor Adherence to Long-Acting Inhalers

Researchers explained that educational level, duration of disease, and inhaler type may affect adherence in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Most patients with chronic ...
Medical Xpress

Inhaler misuse leads to mismanagement of COPD symptoms and increased exacerbations, research finds

Inhaler misuse leading to inadequate medication delivery impacts a person's ability to manage symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and additional education about proper inhaler ...
Everyday Health on MSN

How to afford COPD medications on a fixed income

Managing COPD on a fixed income can be financially straining. Discover options, Medicare Extra Help, and nonprofit resources ...
News Medical

Study: Inhalers for asthma and COPD come with a steep environmental cost

Inhalers are the frontline treatment for asthma and COPD, but they come with a steep environmental cost, according to a new UCLA Health study - the largest to date quantifying inhaler-related ...
Medical Xpress

Dry powder inhalers can improve patient outcomes and lower environmental impact

New research from UCLA Health suggests that certain inhalers used to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are not only less harmful to the environment but can also lead to slightly ...
AOL

Are COPD inhalers covered by Medicare?

Various types of inhalers, including short- and long-lasting options, are available for managing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). A person can get a COPD inhaler through Medicare Part D ...
AOL

Medicare Coverage for COPD Inhalers

Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans with drug coverage typically cover inhalers for COPD. But you may still be responsible for a portion of the cost. If you have chronic obstructive ...
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Inhalers for asthma, COPD are climate change contributors, study finds

Inhalers that provide fast-acting treatment for people with certain respiratory conditions are contributing to greenhouse gas emissions, which can worsen both climate change and the conditions ...
Healthline

What’s the Difference Between Short-Acting and Long-Acting Bronchodilators? Answered by an Expert

Short-acting bronchodilators offer quick relief of respiratory symptoms, with effects lasting from 30 minutes to several hours. They are often used as a rescue medication. Long-acting bronchodilators ...