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Respira Technologies (West Hollywood, Calif.) announced the launch of a pharmaceutical-focused commercial development program for its RespiRx drug-delivery device platform.

RespiRx is a portable, handheld vibrating mesh nebulizer designed for local and systemic treatment and can operate in any position held by the patient. Current-generation nebulizers are gravity-fed, which limits usage and can lead to improper use and/or lower rates of drug-delivery efficacy, according to the company.

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