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In pregnancy, asthma effects vary significantly: one-third of patients experience worsening symptoms, one-third improve, and one-third remain stable. Properly controlled asthma during pregnancy does not increase maternal or infant complications.

Prescription medications for smoking cessation demonstrate 2-3 times greater effectiveness compared to nicotine gum, offering a superior intervention option for asthma patients who smoke.

Laboratory analysis reveals montelukast demonstrates “significant binding” to multiple brain receptors, suggesting more extensive neurological activity than previously understood.

The randomized, controlled trial demonstrates that early intervention by pulmonologists for undiagnosed COPD and asthma results in lower health care utilization and improved patient outcomes, compared to usual primary care.

Measuring exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) aids in diagnosing asthma, predicting response to corticosteroids, and monitoring treatment adherence, making it a valuable adjunctive tool in comprehensive asthma management.

Cipla’s recall of six batches of Albuterol Sulfate Inhalation Aerosol due to a container defect necessitates immediate attention for patient safety. Replacement inhalers must be obtained by consumers from these specific batches to prevent any potential adverse effects.