Essays about: "inhaler"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 13 essays containing the word inhaler.
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1. A study of productivity measurement and modeling of inhaler production at AstraZeneca
University essay from Linköpings universitet/Kommunikations- och transportsystem; Linköpings universitet/Tekniska fakultetenAbstract : Production planning and evaluation can be performed using various tools. This study encompasses two main topics: productivity measurement and production simulation. The study was conducted at AstraZeneca, a pharmaceutical company, where their production of inhalers was examined. READ MORE
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2. DRY POWDER FOR INHALATION - INFLUENCE OF MIXING PROCESS AND ADDITION OF MAGNESIUM STEARATE
University essay from Lunds universitet/Livsmedelsteknik och nutrition (master)Abstract : For efficient treatment of many diseases of the lung, it is beneficial to deliver the medicine to the respiratory tract directly. This ensures a rapid response since it can enter the bloodstream directly through the alveolar epithelium. Consequently, also decreases systemic effects due to the local treatment. READ MORE
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3. The Potential Use of Degradable Starch Microspheres as a Carrier for Nasal Drug Administration
University essay from Lunds universitet/Livsmedelsteknik och nutrition (master)Abstract : Intranasal drug delivery is a practical and accessible method for treating localized symptoms as well as achieving systemic drug absorption. The approach takes advantage of the permeability, vascularization, and limited enzymatic activity of nasal tissue, leading to enhanced drug absorption. READ MORE
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4. The effect of lactose fines, magnesium stearate, choice of mixer and mixing process on the performance of adhesive mixtures for inhalation
University essay from Lunds universitet/Livsmedelsteknik och nutrition (master)Abstract : Dry powder inhaler (DPI) formulation is a major area of interest since they are employed by the healthcare system to treat relevant chronic diseases like asthma. Previous research has established that the manufacturing process and formulation composition are key for the active pharmaceutical ingredient to reach the lungs and achieve therapeutic effects. READ MORE
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5. Potential of Smart-Inhalers in Reducing Human and Economic Costs of Erroneous Inhaler Use
University essay from KTH/Skolan för kemi, bioteknologi och hälsa (CBH)Abstract : This thesis investigates the possibilities of increasing efficacy and general improvement of unsupervised medical treatments by implementing electronics and embedded systems (so-called smart devices) to allow the physician to monitor or track the treatment and adherence of the patient to it. The diseases in focus are respiratory: asthma and Chronic Obstructive lung [Pulmonary] Disease (COPD). READ MORE
