title: [Inhaled antiasthmatics in children. How to choose?].
abstract: 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.
authors.affiliation: Association des juniors en pédiatrie, Hôpital Necker-Enfants-Malades, Paris, France.
authors.forename: E
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Fleurence
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: de Blic
mesh_terms: 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
chemical_list: D018927:Anti-Asthmatic Agents