The Cystic Fibrosis Trust relies strongly on funding to research new medication, continue with gene therapy and make the lifestyle better for those who suffer from CF.
Recently, a new type of medication has been developed to make taking medication faster and more efficient. The new medication is Colobreathe. It's a dry powder inhaler which is used to treat and tackle Pseudomonas lung infection. This can be used instead of the current nebulised form of Colomycin.
The Colobreathe capsule is inserted into the new Turbospin inhaler. The inhaler is no bigger than a pen and can be fitted into a small bag or pocket. After being sealed, all you have to do is breathe in slowing and deeply, inhaling the medication.
What's great about the Turbospin inhaler is that it's maintenance free! No need to wash it each time after use, such like my current nebuliser. Although you must keep it clean and in a dry place.
It has been designed to make taking your medication as quick and easy as possible. This is another great step forward for the CF Trust and those suffering from Pseudomonas. The change and development of nebulisers since I was little has been vast! From having big box device on the living room floor, making such a loud noise I couldn't hear the TV. Then moving onto e-flow and then onto the i-NEB. Technology is improving and to now have a non electrical item that is easily portable will make such a difference to our lives.
e-flow 
i-NEBAlthough Colobreathe was first released back in 2013, this is my first week trying it so I plan to write a review in a few weeks time. The pros and cons of how I am finding it compared to the current nebs.
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If you like to read up on anymore information please visit the CF TRUST website - http://www.cysticfibrosis.org.uk/
Thanks for reading,
Nx
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