Overuse of inhalers found to increase heart attack risk in asthma and COPD patients
A study published in ERJ Open Research indicates that the overuse of reliever inhalers is linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease and death in asthma and COPD patients. Researchers suggest that this overuse often stems from poor disease management.
Why it matters
This finding is critical for medical professionals and patients, as it highlights the importance of proper disease control to avoid serious cardiovascular complications.
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Add as preferred source Credit: Cnordic Nordic from Pexels Overuse of reliever inhalers is associated with higher risks of developing and dying from cardiovascular disease, including heart failure, heart attack and ischemic stroke, in patients with asthma and COPD, according to a study published today in ERJ Open Research .
These "reliever" inhalers can help people breathe more easily when their symptoms are particularly bad. However, it is possible to overuse them if a patient's asthma or COPD is not being managed well by "preventer" treatments.
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