inhalatormiddel

Inhalatormiddel is a term used in several Northern European languages to refer to medicines formulated for inhalation and delivered by an inhaler. These drugs act mainly in the airways, providing rapid relief or control with lower systemic exposure than oral therapies. They are used to treat respiratory conditions such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Typical inhalatormiddel include bronchodilators (short-acting and long-acting beta-agonists; anticholinergics) and inhaled corticosteroids that reduce airway inflammation. Many inhalers combine an anti-inflammatory with a bronchodilator (for example an ICS/LABA product) to provide both actions. Some inhalers deliver only a bronchodilator for quick symptom relief, while others are intended for maintenance therapy.

Delivery devices include metered-dose inhalers, dry powder inhalers, and soft-mist inhalers. Spacers or chambers may aid proper use with MDIs, and nebulizers are alternatives for those who have difficulty with inhalers. Correct technique—priming if needed, coordinated inhalation, and breath-hold for several seconds—is essential for achieving the prescribed dose.

Safety and storage: these medicines are usually prescribed and require medical supervision. Potential side effects include throat irritation, hoarseness, oral thrush with corticosteroids, tremor, or tachycardia. Rinsing the mouth after ICS use and keeping devices clean and dry helps reduce risks. Dosing and device maintenance should follow healthcare guidance, and regulatory controls may vary by country.