Patients were shown how to use each of the devices and were randomized to begin using them in different orders. Preference was assessed based on 9 fea tures of the DPIs. Easyhaler was the first choice for 53% of patients, while Turbuhaler and Accuhaler were pre ferred by 27% and...
Five items were selected for the meta-analysis: ease of use, ease of learning how to use, ease of dosing the drug, ease of inhaling, and the patients' choice of device. A general parametric approach to the meta-analysis was applied. Perceived ease of use most clearly distinguished ...
The characteristics of an ideal inhaler are based around the design and formulation of the device, patient use and the clinical effect, together with concordance and patient preference. To ensure consistent drug delivery to the lungs, with regular adherence to the prescribed dosage regimen, it is ...
The characteristics of an ideal inhaler are based around the design and formulation of the device, patient use and the clinical effect, together with concordance and patient preference. To ensure consistent drug delivery to the lungs, with regular adherence to the...