Leukotriene Receptor Antagonists: Asthma Pill More User-friendly Than Inhalers And No Less Effective
Saturday, May 7, 2011 - 18:40
in Health & Medicine
Leukotriene receptor antagonists (LTRAs)are easier to use and just as effective as conventional treatment with inhalers, according to a new study led by the University of East Anglia (UEA). Asthma is an increasing problem affecting around 300 million people worldwide and can significantly impact on a person's quality of life. It is a chronic condition characterized by inflammation of the airways causing wheezing, coughing, chest tightness and shortness of breath. read more