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Transition From CFC Inhalers to HFA Inhalers PDF Print E-mail
Written by Samuel G. Lindo, BS, RCP   
Monday, 01 December 2008 21:04

 

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As mandated by the Federal Government, CFC's (Chloroflorocarbons) will be banned as an inhaler propellant begiining Jan 1st, 2009. The new propellant will be HFA's or hydrofloroalkanes.

HFA Inhalers Will:

- Feel different
- Propellant force will be decreased
- Taste different
- Will have to be primed before usage
- Cost more ($30-$60 compared to $5-$25.  Drug companies have give away programs an provide physicians
with free samples.  The Partnership for Prescription Assistance can also help)
- Will be as effective as CFC's with the same side effects

HFA Inhalers Require:
-Slower inhalation to achieve adequate dosing.

Different Brands of HFA's:

  • Ventolin
  • ProAir
  • Proventil
  • Xopenex