[Inhaled antiasthmatics in children. How to choose?].
An optimal combination of anti-asthmatic drugs and delivery devices produces the best short- and long-term control in asthmatic children. Various inhalation devices can be used: nebulizer, metered dose inhaler with or without spacer devices, dry powder inhaler. Their use will depend on age, asthma severity, acute or long-term treatment and the child's preference. Explanation and control of inhalation techniques are essential for a good compliance.
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D000280:Administration, Inhalation; D018927:Anti-Asthmatic Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage* / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D001249:Asthma / Q000188:drug therapy*; D002648:Child; D003657:Decision Making; D006801:Humans; D009330:Nebulizers and Vaporizers
D018927:Anti-Asthmatic Agents