Several single-dose studies comparing acute bronchodilation induced by ipratropium bromide with salbutamol have shown that salbutamol was more effective than ipratropium in asthma treatment.

Salbutamol via Diskhaler was given as rescue medication. Inhalation of ipratropium bromide was allowed at a constant dosage. Bronchial biopsy specimens were collected at the start of the treatment ...

[60–62] The range of newer nebulizers on offer means choice of medication delivery device, particularly for home use, may be influenced by factors such as nebulizer cost, portability, size ...