Cystic Fibrosis - Inhaling Mannitol Plus Standard therapy Improves Lung Function

A new study found that the combination of inhaled dry powder mannitol with standard therapy for cystic fibrosis resulted in maintained improvement in lung function for 12 months. In addition to being effective and safe, the easy administration of the treatment might help enhance adherence with treatment in individuals suffering with the condition. The study, supported by Pharmaxis Limited, is published online ahead of print publication in the American Thoracic Society's American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine...

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