Diseases & Conditions
Medication Manager: What you need to know about: Inhalers
Whether you're dealing with asthma or another respiratory condition, such as reactive airways, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, an inhaler can be an invaluable tool for the prevention or treatment of episodes that might otherwise leave you gasping for breath.
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