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What type of inhalers are best for emphysema?
13 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
A variety: There are short acting bronchodilators like albuterol and ipatroprium. There are long acting bronchodilators like salmeterol, formoterol, indacaterol, tiotroprium, and aclidinium (which is just about to be released). There are also combination inhalers which have high potency inhaled steroids mixed with bronchodilators. Ask your doctor which is best for your situation.
Answered 10/12/2018
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Depends: Different types of inhalers exist for the different stages of emphysema. It is necessary that you ask your lung doctor about what stage of emphysema you are to get the appropriate treatment.
Answered 2/29/2020
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Depends...: You should discuss this with your pulmonologist who can direct you to which inhaler is going to be best for you. There are many to pick from.
Answered 6/23/2019
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