The environmental impact of inhalers: a framework for sustainable prescription practices in Spain
The study highlights the importance of incorporating environmental criteria into inhaler prescribing choices to reduce healthcare's carbon footprint. Transitioning from pMDIs to DPIs when clinically indicated offers considerable environmental benefits without compromising patient health. The developed decision-making algorithm provides a practical tool for healthcare professionals, balancing clinical efficacy with sustainability. Future research should refine these practices and explore their application in other medical devices.
Authors
- David de la Rosa (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0753-1771)
- Noé Garín (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1559-9453)
- Gorka Orive (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0773-300X)
- Borja Zarate-Tamames
- Unax Lertxundi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9575-1602)
- Irene Silva (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2723-1031)
- Astrid Crespo‐Lessmann (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2238-6851)
Institutions
- Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (ES)
- University of the Basque Country (ES)
- Hospital de Sant Pau (ES)
- Hospital Universitario Araba (ES)
- Osakidetza (ES)
- Universitat Ramon Llull (ES)
- Universitat de Barcelona (ES)
Publication Details
- Journal
- European Journal of Hospital Pharmacy
- Published
- 2025-01-09
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1136/ejhpharm-2024-004402
- Primary Topic
- Inhalation and Respiratory Drug Delivery
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00