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Definitions for INHALER
ɪnˈheɪ lərin·haler

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. inhaler, inhalatornoun

    a dispenser that produces a chemical vapor to be inhaled in order to relieve nasal congestion

GCIDE

  1. Inhalernoun

    An apparatus for inhaling any vapor or volatile substance, such as ether or chloroform, or an aerosol mist of a solution, for medicinal purposes; as, he alway carried his inhaler around in his pocket in case he had asthmatic attack.

Wiktionary

  1. inhalernoun

    A device with a canister holding medicine (either in powder or gas form) which is sprayed and inhaled by the patient, often for treating asthma and other respiratory diseases.

Wikipedia

  1. Inhaler

    An inhaler (also known as a puffer, pump or allergy spray) is a medical device used for delivering medicines into the lungs through the work of a person's breathing. This allows medicines to be delivered to and absorbed in the lungs, which provides the ability for targeted medical treatment to this specific region of the body, as well as a reduction in the side effects of oral medications. There are a wide variety of inhalers, and they are commonly used to treat numerous medical conditions with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) being among the most notable.Some of the common types of inhalers include metered-dose inhalers, dry powder inhalers, soft mist inhalers, and nebulizers. Each device has advantages and disadvantages and can be selected based on individually specific patient needs, as well as age, pathological conditions, coordination, and lung function. Proper education on inhaler use is important to ensure that inhaled medication creates its proper effects in the lungs.

ChatGPT

  1. inhaler

    An inhaler is a handheld device used in the administration of medication designed to treat or prevent symptoms of various respiratory conditions, such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The device produces a fine spray, powder or mist that the user inhales into the lungs to help alleviate symptoms or prevent an attack.

Webster Dictionary

  1. Inhalernoun

    one who inhales

  2. Inhalernoun

    an apparatus for inhaling any vapor or volatile substance, as ether or chloroform, for medicinal purposes

  3. Inhalernoun

    a contrivance to filter, as air, in order to protect the lungs from inhaling damp or cold air, noxious gases, dust, etc.; also, the respiratory apparatus for divers

Wikidata

  1. Inhaler

    An inhaler or puffer is a medical device used for delivering medication into the body via the lungs. It is mainly used in the treatment of asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Zanamivir, used to treat influenza, must be administered via inhaler. To reduce deposition in the mouth and throat, and to reduce the need for precise synchronization of the start of inhalation with actuation of the device, MDIs are sometimes used with a complementary spacer or holding chamber device.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of INHALER in Chaldean Numerology is: 4

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of INHALER in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4

Examples of INHALER in a Sentence

  1. Shamin Qureshi:

    We have no choice but to send her back to school with her inhaler and medicines.

  2. Purvi Parikh:

    Most deaths from asthma come from uncontrolled asthma. Make sure your asthma is always well controlled by having your child on the correct preventative medications. Seeing an asthma specialist such as pulmonologist or allergist can also help, signs of uncontrolled asthma can sneak up on you, so be sure to know the symptoms of it : waking up at night, using your quick relief inhaler more than twice a week, needing oral or injected steroids one to two times per year, coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath -- all of these are signs your asthma is not controlled.

  3. Smriti Saxena:

    So I said, Hey, you know what? You stay here, you have your phone with you and Ill just go to the room, grab your inhaler and pump and come back.

  4. Lucinda Blake:

    I think that teaching should include explaining to patients the importance of replacing inhaler caps, teaching them how to inspect their inhalers thoroughly to ensure that there are no unwanted objects concealed and educating them on the potential damage inhaled objects can cause.

  5. Mindy Project:

    I have to use an inhaler every couple minutes to reinvigorate my lungs.

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