Aerosol amphotericin B for prevention of invasive pulmonary aspergillosis

Abstract

The pharmacokinetics and applicability of aerosol amphotericin B administrations were studied in 40 neutropenic patients and 4 healthy volunteers. Particle size was measured and pulmonary deposition was demonstrated by radioisotope studies. Inhalations were easy to administer and were well tolerated, with minimal systemic absorption of the drug.