Aerosol or inhalation therapy is a medical treatment that administers medication directly to the lungs by inhaling aerosolized substances. It involves using inhalation devices like metered-dose inhalers, nebulizers, and spacers to deliver drugs such as bronchodilators, corticosteroids, mucolytics, and antibiotics. Aerosol therapy offers benefits such as targeted medication delivery, faster onset of action, and symptom relief for respiratory conditions like asthma and COPD.
Proper technique, medication compliance, and regular follow-up with healthcare providers are crucial for their effectiveness in improving lung function and overall quality of life for patients with respiratory conditions.
