smart inhaler
The connected inhaler's launch will be followed by Teva's other Digihaler products before the end of the year.
The technology has a built-in sensor that can send usage data to a corresponding smartphone app.
The companies will begin developing a custom sensor for Orion's Easyhaler line of inhaled pulmonary drugs.
While connected devices currently reign supreme, authors of the report see a market opportunity for new players offering a purely digital service.
The FindAir One monitors symptoms and conditions, and warns users if their inhaler was left at home.
The prescription device detects each use and records it to a paired mobile app.