@article{Carlsten:2026:10.1183/23120541.01127-2025,
author = {Carlsten, C and Salvi, S and Wong, GWK and Chung, KF},
doi = {10.1183/23120541.01127-2025},
journal = {ERJ Open Research},
pages = {01127--2025},
title = {Supplements and medications for respiratory resilience against air pollution},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1183/23120541.01127-2025},
year = {2026}
}

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AB  - <jats:p>Air pollution is a major threat to respiratory health. We review the current literature on accessible interventions that could help patients build resilience against this threat. We explore the potential benefits of antioxidant-rich diets, including supplements such as fish oil, vitamins C, D, E and prebiotics, which have shown promise in reducing inflammation and oxidative stress, thereby mitigating air pollution-related respiratory decline. Nasal washes are commonly used to clear nasal passages, which could support may aid to clearing pollutants from the nasal passages and improve mucociliary clearance. Furthermore, medications such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and intranasal corticosteroids may have been reported to reduce pollutant- related airway inflammation and lung function deterioration triggered by pollutant exposure. Given the generally favourable safety profile of these interventions, they are reasonable to consider in consultation with a care provider. Further research is needed to establish optimal dosing, safety and long-term efficacy, particularly for those exposed to chronic air pollution. Healthcare professionals should work together to further identify and implement effective interventions to mitigate the impact of air pollution on respiratory health.</jats:p>
AU  - Carlsten,C
AU  - Salvi,S
AU  - Wong,GWK
AU  - Chung,KF
DO  - 10.1183/23120541.01127-2025
EP  - 2025
PY  - 2026///
SP  - 01127
TI  - Supplements and medications for respiratory resilience against air pollution
T2  - ERJ Open Research
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1183/23120541.01127-2025
UR  - https://doi.org/10.1183/23120541.01127-2025
ER  - 

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