Diabetes.....

Implications: I know that Pfizer finally came out with the inhaled insulin after many years of hype. Unfortunately its launch and the product has been a flop, primarily because of the size if the inhaler. It is large and looks like a can of tennis balls. It is difficult for the patient to understand the dosing and usage as well. However, it was a good try for a first generation product. I think our country is getting better at managing diabetes with the new onset of drugs available.

Analysis: Soon there will be another inhaled insulin product in a smaller, easier to use inhaler.