Nebulised therapy is commonly used in the management of patients with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). There are guidelines setting out standards for maintenance of the compressor and replacement and care of consumables. This study surveys patients using nebulisers to ascertain the reported use and maintenance of the nebulisers and any side effects related to therapy.
Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Strathclyde, John Anderson Building, 27 Taylor Street, Glasgow G4 0NR, UK. anne.boyter@strath.ac.uk
