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inhaler
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inhaler
a device for breathing in therapeutic vapours through the nose or mouth, esp one for relieving nasal congestion or asthma

inhaler [in′hā·lər]
(medicine)
A device containing a solid medication through which air is drawn into the air passages.
An atomizer containing a liquid medication.
(mining engineering)
An apparatus, of different forms, for permitting the supply of fresh air to a miner.


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He said that this rational computational inhaler analysis and design approach might be applicable for other inhalers and medications that require reproducible delivery.
The rescue inhalers provide immediate action to relax muscles to open airways, but do not treat the underlying inflammation.
My research group has investigated the use of inhalers very intensely and published widely, to such an extent that we have both a national and international reputation.
 
 
 
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