An inhaler is a device that helps you breathe medication directly into your lungs. People typically use inhalers to treat asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Many people find DPIs ...

Shifting from a metered-dose inhaler to a dry-powder inhaler for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma in one healthcare system formulary led to increased healthcare utilization, a ...

Medically reviewed by Daniel More, MD Key Takeaways Asthma inhalers can be for quick relief or long-term control.Rescue ...

Dry powder inhalers (DPIs) have become a mainstay in the management of chronic pulmonary diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma. Their performance depends on a complex ...

Switching from a metered-dose to a dry-powder inhaler after a formulary change increased emergency department visits and hospitalizations in people with COPD or asthma. The absolute changes in risk ...