CRC Press Inhaled Steroids in Asthma - Lung Biology Series

Explore the fundamental science of asthma management with Inhaled Steroids in Asthma: Optimizing Effects in the Airways. This comprehensive volume from the Lung Biology in Health and Disease series provides a deep look into the mechanistic basis and current status of steroid inhalation. As a cornerstone of prophylactic asthma therapy, this text examines the kinetic basis of treatment, with a specific focus on essential airway selectivity. Readers will gain a clear understanding of the historical development of inhaled glucocorticoids and how they connect to modern pharmacology. The book integrates insights from new simulation models and newly recognized molecular targets to explain the therapeutic outcomes of both short-term and long-term steroid inhalation therapy. It serves as a vital resource for medical professionals and researchers looking to understand the impact of these treatments on airway health and disease progression.