Purpose: The effects of extreme temperatures on drug delivery of two albuterol sulfate hydrofluoroalkane, metered-dose inhalers (MDIs) were evaluated.Methods. Three Proventil HFA and three ...

Leak Rate. It is common for MDIs to lose propellant during storage. The propellant-leak rate of the test MDIs was compared with that of the controls (Figure 3). The leak rates for the Proventil ...

Cortisone shots can provide long-term pain relief by decreasing inflammation in joint spaces and connective tissues. Cortisone shots are generally safe, and side effects are rare. However, there are ...

A fever higher than 100.4 F following an injection warrants immediate medical care. Fevers this high may be due to an infection caused by needle contamination. Fever with chills is especially ...

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