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Combination therapy with the single inhaler salmeterol/fluticasone propionate versus increased doses of inhaled corticosteroids in patients with asthma.

BACKGROUND: Although results from a few meta-analyses were most uniformly supportive of the beneficial effect of combination therapy on lung function, there were inconsistent results on other endpoints such as asthma exacerbation. Single inhalers of salmeterol and fluticasone propionate have been available, and some studies compared the effect of combination products with increased doses of inhaled corticosteroids (ICSs) on several outcome variables. OBJECTIVES: We reviewed the studies systematically, providing a quantitative summary estimate on the efficacy and safety measures of the combination products. METHODS: We searched databases (Medline and Embase) from January 1997 to December 2005 using 'fluticasone and salmerterol' or 'Seretide' or 'Advair', in combination with 'randomized controlled trial'. The databases of GlaxoSmithKline Clinical Trial Register and Cochrane Controlled Trials Register, or relevant articles were searched for additional studies. RESULTS: Combination products had a comparatively low, but significant improvement in pulmonary function, with morning peak expiratory flow (PEF), evening PEF and FEV1 increasing by 17.86 liters/min, 15.57 liters/min and 0.09 liter, respectively, compared with increased doses of inhaled corticosteroid (ICSs) over 12 weeks' treatment. But there were no statistically significant differences in other endpoints such as asthma exacerbation, overall withdrawal and drug-related adverse events, with the exception of overall adverse events and symptom free 24 h, which favored combination products. CONCLUSIONS: Thecombination products provided a statistically significant improvement in lung function and in symptoms but provided no significantly increased protection against exacerbation. Unless high doses of ICSs are required, there is insufficient evidence at present to recommend the use of combination products rather than increased moderate doses of ICSs as a first-line treatment for patients uncontrolled on their current doses of ICSs.

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Therapeutic equivalence of a fenoterol/ipratropium bromide combination (Berodual) inhaled as a dry powder and by metered dose inhaler in chronic obstructive airway disease.

A randomized double-blind cross-over study was performed to compare the bronchodilator effects of a fenoterol/ipratropium bromide combination (Berodual) when inhaled as a dry powder and by metered dose inhaler (MDI) in an equal doses (fenoterol 100 micrograms + ipratropium bromide 40 micrograms). Thirty-eight patients (29 male, 9 female, mean age 53 years) with reversible chronic obstructive airway disease were studied on 2 separate days by employing the double-dummy technique. The effects of the two modes of administration of the fixed combination were followed by pulmonary function tests [forced expiratory volume (FEV1), forced vital capacity (FVC)] from 15 min up to 6 h after administration. In addition, the pulse rate was recorded just before each pulmonary function test. The FEV1 and FVC time-response curves showed that the dry powder had an overall efficacy profile similar to MDI. Both formulations produced clinically significant improvements in FEV1 in approximately 10 min. Peak effects occurred in 1 h while at 6 h after test drug inhalation there was still an increase in FEV1 of 14%. No safety problems were observed after the use of the test drugs and no clinically significant changes in pulse rate were found. It is concluded that the dry powder of the fenoterol/ipratropium bromide combination provided effective bronchodilation of similar degree and duration to that achieved with the MDI. It would appear, therefore, to be a valuable alternative to MDI.

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Inhaled prostacyclin (PGI2) versus inhaled nitric oxide in adult respiratory distress syndrome.

Inhalation of nitric oxide (NO) and prostacyclin (PGI2) may induce selective pulmonary vasodilation and-by improving ventilation-perfusion ratio in ventilated areas of the lung-increase Pao2 in patients with acute lung injury. To assess the therapeutic efficacy of both compounds, dose-response curves were established in patients with adult respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Patients received both PGI2 (doses of 1, 10, and 25 ng/kg/min) and NO (concentrations of 1, 4, and 8 ppm). Cardiorespiratory parameters were assessed at control, at each drug concentration, and after withdrawal of NO and PGI2. PGI2 resulted in a significant, dose-dependent and selective reduction of pulmonary artery pressure (PAP) from 35.1 +/- 6.3 mm Hg at control to 33.1 +/- 4.8 (1 ng/kg/min), 31.3 +/- 4.8 mm Hg (10 ng/kg/min) and 29.6 +/- 4.5 mm Hg (25 ng/kg/min), respectively. Inhaled NO reduced PAP from 34.5 +/- 5.6 to 32.1 +/- 5.9 mm Hg at 4 ppm, and to 31.8 +/- 6.1 mm Hg at 8 ppm, respectively, with no effect at 1 ppm. Pao2/Flo2 ratio increased from 105 +/- 37 to 125 +/- 56 mm Hg (range of increase: 0 to 57 mm Hg) at PGI2 10 ng/kg/min and to 131 +/- 63 mm Hg (range: -5 to 89 mm Hg) at 25 ng/kg/min with no effect at 1 ng/kg/min. NO improved Pao2 (e.g., from 116 +/- 47 to 167 +/- 86 mm Hg at 8 ppm) and reduced intrapulmonary shunt at all doses tested. We conclude that both inhaled PGI2 and NO may induce selective pulmonary vasodilation and increase Pao2 in severe ARDS.

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Comparison of addition of theophylline to inhaled steroid with doubling of the dose of inhaled steroid in asthma.

The anti-asthmatic effects of theophylline may supplement those of inhaled steroids in asthma. The aim of the present trial was to study how the addition of theophylline compares to doubling the dose of inhaled steroid in asthmatics who remain symptomatic on beclomethasone dipropionate (BDP) 400 microg x day(-1). The trial was designed as a randomized, double-blind, parallel-group study in several European countries. Sixty nine patients were treated for 6 weeks with theophylline plus BDP 400 microg x day(-1), compared to 64 patients treated with BDP 800 micro x day(-1). The mean+/-SD serum theophylline concentration was 10.1+/-4.2 mg x L(-1). Lung function measurements were made throughout the study and patients kept daily records of peak expiratory flow (PEF), symptoms and salbutamol usage. Forced expiratory volume in one second and PEF at week 6 were significantly increased by both treatments (p<0.01). PEF variability was reduced by about 30% in both groups. There were significant improvements in asthma symptoms and rescue medication use (p<0.001). There were no significant differences between the treatment groups. The study demonstrated clinical equivalence of theophylline plus beclomethasone dipropionate 400 microg x day(-1) and beclomethasone dipropionate 800 microg x day(-1) in patients whose asthma is not controlled on beclomethasone dipropionate 400 microg x day(-1). The results support the use of theophylline as a steroid-sparing agent. The combination of low-dose inhaled steroid plus theophylline is a suitable treatment for moderate asthma.

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Treatment of acute severe asthma with inhaled albuterol delivered via jet nebulizer, metered dose inhaler with spacer, or dry powder.

Despite the increasing use of dry powder formulations in the ambulatory setting, there is a paucity of information on the efficacy of this therapeutic modality to treat acute severe asthma. In addition, studies that compared wet nebulization vs metered dose inhalers formulated with chlorofluorocarbon (CFCMDI) attached to holding chambers have yielded discrepant results. Thus, it is unclear which of the three delivery systems would elicit a superior bronchodilator response, particularly in patients with life-threatening asthma. In a prospective, randomized open design, we studied the response to inhaled albuterol (salbutamol) in 27 adult asthmatics presenting to the emergency department (ED) with an FEV1 <30% predicted. Subjects were treated with one of the following regimens (nine subjects in each group): group A, mean (SD) baseline FEV1 of 0.7 (0.2) L, received albuterol solution, 5 mg, via a nebulizer (Puritan-Bennett Raindrop; Lawrenceville, Ga) impelled with oxygen (O2) at 8 L/min; group B, baseline FEV1 of 0.6 (0.15) L, received albuterol, 400 microg, via a CFCMDI attached to a 145-mL valved aerosol holding chamber (Aerochamber; Trudell Medical; London, ON); and group C, baseline FEV1 of 0.6 (0.17) L, received albuterol powder, 400 microg, by another means (Rotahaler; Glaxo; Research Triangle Park, NC). All groups received the respective treatments on arrival in the ED, every 30 min during the first 2 h, and then hourly until the sixth hour. Clinical parameters and FEV1 were recorded on ED admission and 15 min after each dose of albuterol. At the time of ED admission, all patients also received continuous O2 and one dose of I.V. steroids (dexamethasone, 8 mg). The total dose of inhaled albuterol administered during the 6-h treatment was 45 mg of nebulized solution in group A and 3,600 microg of albuterol aerosol and dry powder in groups B and C, respectively. No significant differences were found in the population demographics, baseline FEV1, and arterial blood gas values on air. FEV1 improved significantly in all patients after the 6 h of treatment. The 6-h area under the curve FEV1 improved similarly with the three delivery methods despite differences in the total dose administered. No patient was discontinued during the trial or admitted to hospital and no evidence of cardiovascular adverse events was apparent in any of the study groups. These data support the view that the three delivery methods appear adequate to treat subjects with acute severe asthma.

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Comparative efficacy and safety of albuterol sulfate Spiros inhaler and albuterol metered-dose inhaler in asthma.

STUDY OBJECTIVE: To compare the long-term efficacy and safety of albuterol administration using a Spiros Inhalation System (Dura Pharmaceuticals; San Diego, CA) dry powder inhaler (DPI) and albuterol (Ventolin; Glaxo Wellcome; Research Triangle Park, NC) administration using a metered-dose inhaler (MDI) in patients with asthma. MATERIALS AND METHODS: This was a phase III, 12-week, randomized, double-blind, double-dummy, placebo-controlled, parallel-group, multicenter study of 283 adolescent and adult patients with mild to moderate asthma. The patients were randomized into one of three treatment groups: the Spiros group, who were given 108 microg/actuation of albuterol sulfate equivalent to 90 microg of albuterol base; the MDI group, who were given 90 microg/actuation of albuterol; and the placebo group. RESULTS: Over the length of the study, the Spiros and MDI groups were comparable in all FEV1 parameters. Both active treatment groups were superior to the placebo group for each FEV1 parameter at all visits. With the exception of differences at treatment week 0 for the maximum percent change in the FEV1, the duration of effect, and the area under the curve at baseline, there were no statistically significant differences between the Spiros and MDI groups for any FEV1 parameters. Using a repeated-measures analysis, the FEV1 parameters at week 0 for the Spiros group were not statistically significantly different from the parameters at weeks 4, 8, and 12. The same analysis effect at week 0 for the MDI group was greater for maximum percent change in the FEV1 from baseline (weeks 4, 8, and 12) and duration of effect. Adverse events and changes in clinical laboratory values, vital signs, ECG results, and physical examinations were reported with similar incidence in each of the three treatment groups. CONCLUSION: Both active treatments were superior to the placebo treatment. The Spiros DPI was well tolerated and was as effective as the albuterol MDI in treating patients with moderate asthma.

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A comparison of "closed" and "open" mouth techniques of inhalation of a salbutamol metered-dose inhaler.

To compare two techniques of inhalation of a salbutamol metered-dose inhaler--"closed" mouth (keeping the actuator between the lips) and "open" mouth (placing the actuator a few centimeters in front of the open mouth)--50 asthmatics were tested with both methods. Twenty-seven patients completed the study. The baseline FEV1 on the 2 test days was similar. Inhalation of salbutamol by both techniques resulted in a significant and similar degree of bronchodilatation. The majority of patients preferred the closed-mouth technique.

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Salmeterol added to inhaled corticosteroid therapy is superior to doubling the dose of inhaled corticosteroids: a randomized clinical trial.

This randomized, double-blind, double-dummy, parallel group clinical trial compared the efficacy and safety of adding salmeterol xinafoate to concurrent inhaled beclomethasone dipropionate therapy with doubling the dose of beclomethasone dipropionate in patients experiencing symptoms on low-dose beclomethasone. Salmeterol added to low-dose beclomethasone was superior (p < or = 0.05) to doubling the dose of beclomethasone in improving peak expiratory flow (PEF) and forced expiratory volume in 1 sec (FEV1), and in reducing symptoms of asthma, sleep loss, nighttime awakenings, and use of albuterol. Both treatment regimens had comparable safety profiles. In asthma patients inadequately controlled despite the use of low-dose inhaled corticosteroids (i.e., less than 400 microg per day), the addition of salmeterol may be a more effective treatment option than doubling the dose of inhaled corticosteroids.

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Safety and effectiveness of long-acting inhaled beta-agonist bronchodilators when taken with inhaled corticosteroids.

Long-acting beta-agonists are a pillar of therapy for many patients with asthma because they are the preferred add-on therapy to inhaled corticosteroids. However, a recent meta-analysis documented a substantial increase in severe exacerbations requiring hospital admission and life-threatening asthma exacerbations in patients treated with long-acting beta-agonists. A careful evaluation of this meta-analysis raises several concerns about its applicability to current practice. Pivotal trials evaluating the benefit of adding long-acting beta-agonists to inhaled corticosteroids were not included. The authors of the current paper call for physicians to continue their usual practice of using long-acting beta-agonists as adjunctive therapy, as well as for an independent meta-analysis of individual patients using inhaled corticosteroids and long-acting beta-agonists concomitantly.

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Acceptance of the Accuhaler, a multi-dose powder inhaler, among asthmatic patients: a comparison with the pressurized metered-dose inhaler.

This study aimed to evaluate dry powder inhaler naive asthmatic patients' perception and preference of the Accuhaler, a multidose dry powder inhaler and the pressurized metered dose inhaler (pMDI). After the first instruction, 66.7% of 48 patients enrolled in the study could demonstrate the correct use of the Accuhaler. When the patients were asked to compare the pMDI and the Accuhaler after using the Accuhaler to administer salmeterol for 4 weeks, the Accuhaler scored significantly better than the pMDI for the following features: knowing how many doses are left, presence of an attached cover, taste, instruction for use, attractiveness, ease of use, ease of holding, shape, and comfortable mouthpiece. The pMDI scored better to the Accuhaler in terms of size. More patients preferred the Accuhaler than the pMDI; the presence of a dose counter and perceived ease of use were the main reasons cited for their preference for the Accuhaler.

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[Proposal of environmental and biological monitoring and health surveillance of the exposed to inhalation anesthetics. Consensus. A Study Group on Occupational Exposure to Inhalation Anesthetics].

The Study Group on Occupational Exposure to Inhalation Anaesthetics of the Lombardy Association of Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene prepared a document that was discussed during the Congress "Occupational Risks due to Inhalation Anaesthetics", held in Brescia, Italy, on May 12, 1992. The same document was then approved by the Directory Council of the Lombardy Association of Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene. Data on environmental concentrations of Nitrous Oxide collected from 1989 to 1991 in 269 operating rooms of 47 hospitals in Lombardy are reported. The measured levels are considerably lower than those collected from the same Study Group from 1985 to 1987 in 111 operating rooms. The methodologies for exposure control are discussed, regarding both environmental and biological monitoring. These two techniques are complementary and can be used with standardized methods. The review of the literature on the early effects showed, even with some uncertainty at the current exposure levels, effects on liver and Central Nervous System. Still controversial are the data regarding the reproductive toxicity. Health surveillance programs have been organized in the last 5 years in 18 Lombardy hospitals and they indicate no cases of pathologies due to inhalation anesthetics on 1498 subjects. Operative proposals are suggested on the methodology and the frequency of environmental/biological monitoring and health surveillance. The "technical limit values" reported in the document from the Italian Ministry of Health are also discussed. Finally, research topics are suggested in order to assess the early effects of exposure.

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[Bronchial asthma treated with long-acting beta 2 agonist. Comparison between formoterol (12 mu/g) inhaled twice daily and salbutamol (200 mu/g) inhaled 4 times daily].

Forty patients with stable asthma and daily need for inhaled beta 2-agonist, were included in a randomized double-blind study. They were treated for six weeks with inhaled beta 2-agonist, either salbutamol, 4 x 200 micrograms daily, of formoterol, 2 x 12 micrograms and 2 x placebo daily. This was preceded by a run-in period, where all patients received terbutalin-inhalation, 4 x 500 micrograms daily. Twenty patients were given formoterol and 18 salbutamol. One patient in the salbutamol-treated group discontinued treatment after three weeks, because of deterioration of asthma. On a diary card, patients recorded peak expiratory flow rate (PEFR) morning and evening before medication, score of asthma symptoms (scale 0-3; 0 = no symptoms, and 3 = severe symptoms) and use of additional doses of beta 2-agonist. Forced expiratory volume in 1 sec. (FEV1), forced vital capacity (FVC) and PEFR were obtained after 0, three and six weeks of treatment. Blinded global assessment of the treatment was performed by both patient and physician at the end of the study. During run-in the two groups of patients were different. The group subsequently treated with salbutamol had a statistical significant (ss) higher morning-PEFR, ss fewer asthma-symptom scores than one during night and ss less need for additional puffs of beta 2-agonist. During treatment, the formoterol-treated group showed an ss increase in morning-PEFR, as compared to run-in. Furthermore this group had ss fewer nocturnal symptom scores than one and ss less need for extra beta 2-agonist during night, than the salbutamol-treated group.(ABSTRACT TRUNCATED AT 250 WORDS)

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Dose-effect relationship of terbutaline using a multi-dose powder inhalation system ('Turbuhaler') and salbutamol administered by powder inhalation ('Rotahaler') in asthmatics.

A study was carried out in 8 patients with chronic stable bronchial asthma to compare the bronchodilator response with terbutaline, administered by a recently developed powder inhalation system ('Turbuhaler') and equipotent doses of salbutamol administered by a widely used powder inhaler ('Rotahaler'). Dose-effect relationships with usually applied clinical doses of the bronchodilators were estimated by maximal expiratory flow-volume analysis and airway resistance estimates from body plethysmography. There was no significant difference in clinical response using either inhaler. The equal and opposite changes in forced vital capacity and residual volume with increasing dose indicate an improvement in peripheral airway resistance and, therefore, adequate peripheral powder deposition of the bronchodilators. Only at the highest dose was a mild increase noted in pulse frequency and tremor score with both systems. It is suggested that, because of the multi-dose character, absence of additives, easy handling (no capsule loading) and low inspiratory flow needed for actuation, the 'Turbuhaler' system may be considered preferable for the application of a bronchodilator in children and severely obstructed adults.

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[The inhalation of industrial solvents. The effect of the chronic inhalation of thinner on the rat liver and on an isolated mitochondrial fraction].

Industrial solvent inhalation has become one of the most important health problems worldwide. Workers frequently are exposed to the vapours of these type of compounds but perhaps the most important problem related with the industrial solvents is the voluntary inhalation, that, under certain conditions and according to the WHO becomes a pharmaco-dependency or a drug-addiction. In the last few decades this drug addiction has grown to impressive figures, this is an indication that the problem has to be studied, in order to gain insight on the possible mechanism, to which these compounds affect the organism and the physiology of individuals with this health problem. The pioneer studies of Costero and Barroso among others, pointed out on the extent of the effects of this drug addiction. Our work is focussed on the effects that long term thinner inhalation induces on the liver and on the subcellular mitochondrial fraction of rats.

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[Inhaled beta agonists as a bronchodilator are a mainstay of asthma therapy: focusing on inhaled beta agonists and oral theophylline].

In asthmaticus with relatively stable control, inhaled beta agonists are the primary drugs used to relieve symptoms which are mild and does not necessitate patients to visit emergency rooms. Global strategy for asthma management and prevention NHLBI/WHO workshop report gives inhaled beta agonists a specific position as a "reliever". Long-acting beta agonists such as salmeterol and formoterol were developed as a compensatory drug for "controllers". They have prolonged duration of bronchodilation effects with more than 12 hours. When asthmatic patients given high doses of inhaled corticosteroids do not enjoy best management, oral slow-releasing theophylline would be considered as one of next additional drugs of choice.

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Effects of different cigarette smoke yields on puffing and inhalation: is the measurement of inhalation volumes relevant for smoke absorption?

Puffing patterns (number of puffs, puff volume, puff duration, puff interval, peak pressure, peak flow, peak latency), respiratory smoke inhalation (postpuff inspiratory latency, volume and time and postpuff expiratory volume and time), and the pre- to postsmoking boost of tidal air CO concentration were analyzed in 117 regular smokers. They smoked both a cigarette of the habitual brand and a second cigarette of a brand with about 40 to 50% lower machine standard smoke yields and the most similar taste quality. The pre- to postsmoking CO boost remained unrelated to the smoke deliveries of the cigarettes in both comparisons (interindividual and switching). Estimated mouth intake of nicotine was strongly dependent on the smoke yield variables of the cigarettes but remained uncorrelated with CO absorption. The discrepancy between mouth smoke intake and alveolar smoke absorption could not be explained by the volumes or durations of the postpuff respiratory cycle. Multiple regression analyses suggested differential modes of control for the daily number of cigarettes smoked, for the patterns of puffing, for respiratory inhalation, and finally for alveolar CO absorption. The results are discussed in relation to the dynamics of puffing and inhalation and their possible relevance for tobacco-related diseases.

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Effects of 4-week treatment with low-dose budesonide (100 micrograms BID) from a novel inhaler Airmax and from a conventional inhaler on bronchial hyper-responsiveness, lung function and symptoms in patients with mild asthma.

This study investigated the effect of low dose of budesonide 100 micrograms b.d from a new multi-dose dry powder inhaler (Airmax) and from a conventional inhaler (Turbuhaler) on bronchial hyper-responsiveness, lung function and asthma symptoms in mild stable asthmatics. Twenty-five patients were enrolled into a double-blind double-dummy crossover study with two 4-week treatment periods separated by a 4-week washout. Patients had a mean forced expiratory volume in 1 s (FEV1) of 91 +/- 13% predicted, had previously received inhaled short-acting beta 2-agonists only and had a PC20 to adenosine 5' monophosphate (AMP) < 40 mg/ml. PC20 AMP was assessed at baseline, and at the start and end of each treatment period. Patients recorded peak expiratory flow and symptoms throughout the study. There was a mean increase in PC20AMP from start to end of 3.49 doubling dilutions (DD) in the Airmax group and 2.90 DD in the Turbuhaler group. The difference was 0.60 DD (95% CI--0.47, 1.69) favouring Airmax and the upper limit exceeded the equivalence limit of +/- 1 DD. There were similar improvements in FEV1, daily PEF and symptoms in both groups. The majority of patients preferred treatment with Airmax to Turbuhaler (64 vs. 23%). Both treatments were equally well tolerated. In conclusion, 100 micrograms budesonide bid during 4 weeks from Airmax effectively attenuates the response to AMP in mild asthmatics. Overall Airmax offers equal clinical benefit to Turbuhaler.

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Aerosol inhalation and depth of deposition in the human lung. The effect of airway obstruction and tidal volume inhaled.

Ten patients with chronic bronchitis, whose FEV1.0 varied between 0.48 and 3.00 1, inhaled uniform 5-micronm particles tagged with technetium-99 in tidal volumes (VT) varying between 750 and 1830 ml. Their chests were scanned after inhalation to ascertain depth of deposition of the particles, and clearance from the lungs was monitored for 5 hr by serial whole-lung gamma counting. A significant inverse relationship (P less than .05) was found between depth of deposition after inhalation (D), measured horizontally across the lung as percentage per inch, and rate of clearance of the particles (5-hr retention [%] = 100- % cleared at 5 hr=69.12-3.02D). This confirmed previous findings. The depth of deposition depended directly on the FEV1.0 and VT (5-hr retention [%] = 0.026VT + 12.67FEV1.0-4.13); this resulted in a 14%-75% range for 5-hr retention. Regression slopes for VT and FEV1.0 were independently significant (P less than .05). The findings suggest that, as commonly administered at present, the therapeutic efficiency of most drugs given be aerosol will be reduced in proportion to the degree of airway obstruction as measured by the FEV1.0. The efficiency can be enhanced by increasing the depth of inspiration of the aerosol.

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