What type of inhaler is ProAir Respiclick?

ProAir Respiclick is classified as a dry powder inhaler (DPI). This type of inhaler delivers medication in a powdered form that patients inhale directly into their lungs. DPIs do not require the use of a propellant but rely on the patient's inhalation to create a flow of air that carries the medication into their respiratory system.

In this case, ProAir Respiclick is specifically designed to provide a dosage of albuterol, a bronchodilator used for the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). By being a DPI, it allows for convenient, breath-activated delivery, which can be easier for patients to use, especially those who may struggle with coordinating the timing of inhalation with other types of inhalers.

Other types of inhalers include metered-dose inhalers (MDIs), which use a pressurized canister to deliver a specific amount of medication, liquid inhalers that deliver a mist or aerosolized liquid, and soft mist inhalers that produce a slow-moving mist of medication. Each of these types functions differently and has varying instructions for use, which is key in determining why ProAir Respiclick is correctly identified as a DPI.