Inhaler training boosts medication adherence in seniors
NCT ID NCT07381166
First seen Feb 02, 2026 · Last updated Jun 20, 2026 · Updated 24 times
Summary
This study tests whether giving elderly patients special training and reminder cards helps them use their metered-dose inhalers correctly and stick to their medication schedule. Researchers will enroll 64 people aged 65 and older who already use inhalers. The goal is to see if simple education and reminders can improve inhaler technique and medication adherence.
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Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Canakkale Onsekiz Mart University
RECRUITINGÇanakkale, 17100, Turkey (Türkiye)
What this could mean
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Active substance
Metered-dose inhaler training and reminder card
What this could lead to
If successful, this approach could help elderly patients use their inhalers more correctly and take their medication as prescribed, potentially improving breathing and quality of life.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 64 participants, so results may not apply to all elderly patients. The intervention is educational, not a new drug, so it won't cure any lung disease.
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