Benzodiazepines Linked to Higher Risk of Pneumonia
Benzodiazepine use is associated with an increased risk of developing pneumonia as well as increased mortality following pneumonia.
Respiratory Diseases/Disorders
Tudorza Pressair Now Available
Forest Laboratories and Almirall announced that Tudorza Pressair (aclidinium bromide inhalation powder) is now available in U.S. pharmacies.
Product Labeling Error Found for Bronkaid Caplets
Bayer Consumer Care has begun a voluntary recall of 56 lots of Bronkaid (ephedrine sulfate and guaifenesin) Caplets Dual Action Formula.
Risk of Asthma Up for Children Born After Fertility Treatment
Children born to subfertile parents are more likely to have asthma, with the likelihood further increased for children born after the use of assisted reproduction technologies (ARTs).
Respiratory Symptoms Vary Throughout Menstrual Cycle
The frequency of respiratory symptoms, including wheeze, shortness of breath, and cough, varies throughout the menstrual cycle.
Model Predicts Flu Season Peak Seven Weeks in Advance
Using a technique commonly applied in weather prediction, peaks of influenza season can be predicted seven weeks in advance.
New Meth-Deterring Pseudoephedrine Available Soon
Acura Pharmaceuticals is working on creating a next-generation pseudoephedrine formulation that will impede the extraction of pseudoephedrine from the tablets to form methamphetamine.
Prevalence of COPD About 6 Percent Across the U.S.
The prevalence of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is about 6% across the U.S., and its impact on health care utilization and quality of life creates a substantial public health care burden that needs to be addressed.
Increasing Evidence for Small Airway Role in Asthma Intensity
There is increasing evidence that the small airways contribute significantly to the clinical expression and severity of asthma.
Research Supports Role of BMI in Incident Asthma in Children
Overweight and obese children have a significantly increased risk of incident asthma, with evidence of a dose-response effect of elevated body mass index (BMI).
