Inhalation powder and oral salbutamol combination.

Author: DawsonK P, DeoS, FergussonD M, UnterC E

Paper Details 
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Fifty six children with chronic asthma were treated with the inhaled dry powder of salbutamol or the combination of inhaled and oral salbutamol. Over three months the combination provided a significantly greater sustained symptomatic relief from asthma. Side effects were minimal and did not result i...See full text at original site
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引用元:
https://doi.org/10.1136/adc.61.11.1111

データ提供:米国国立医学図書館(NLM)

Inhaled Salbutamol: A Breath of Fresh Air for Asthma Management

The world of [respiratory medicine] is always looking for innovative approaches to manage chronic conditions like [asthma]. This study focused on evaluating the effectiveness of a combination therapy involving [inhaled dry powder salbutamol] and [oral salbutamol] in children suffering from [chronic asthma]. The researchers aimed to determine if this approach could provide sustained symptom relief and minimize side effects.

Combination Therapy Proves Beneficial

After a [3-month] trial period, the researchers observed a statistically significant improvement in sustained symptomatic relief for asthma among the [56 children] who received the combination therapy. This finding suggests a potential advantage in using a dual approach to manage asthma, offering patients greater relief and potentially enhancing their quality of life. Imagine a traveler crossing a vast desert. Using a combination of camel and a jeep would be a more efficient way to traverse the terrain. Similarly, the combination therapy of inhaled and oral salbutamol provides a more robust approach to manage asthma, offering patients a more comfortable journey through their condition.

A Promising Approach for Asthma Management

The study also highlighted the minimal side effects observed in the children who received the combination therapy. This suggests that this approach may be a viable option for managing asthma in children, offering them relief without significant drawbacks. The minimal side effects observed are comparable to the desert air, which, while vast and expansive, doesn't pose significant threats to those traveling through it.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study adds to the growing body of research advocating for personalized approaches to asthma management. The use of inhaled and oral salbutamol combination therapy offers a promising avenue for achieving sustained symptom relief and minimizing side effects. This study is a beacon of hope in the desert of asthma research, offering a potentially more effective and safer way to manage this chronic condition.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 1987-01-20
  2. Date Revised 2019-05-01
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

3539032

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1136/adc.61.11.1111

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Languages

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