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Effect of Inhalation Patterns on the Delivered Dose of Symbicort† from a Dry Powder Inhaler Compared to a Metered Dose Inhaler plus Valved Holding Chamber

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Conclusions
  • The widely differing inspiratory flow profiles from Turbuhaler† DPI contributed to greater variability in delivered dose to the carina.
  • MDI delivery via the AeroChamber Plus* Flow-Vu* VHC resulted in significantly increased mass to the carinal region irrespective of inhalation maneuver as well as reduced oropharyngeal deposited mass which in vivo is likely to result in reduced throat irritation or thrush in the mouth and throat.