abstract |
A method of aerosolizing a pharmaceutical formulation comprises providing an aerosolization device comprising an aerosolization chamber and providing a receptacle containing a pharmaceutical formulation. The receptacle comprises a wall having a weakened portion that opens when a force is applied. By applying a force to the receptacle to create an opening at the weakened portion, the pharmaceutical formulation in the receptacle is exposed so that it may be aerosolized for delivery to a patient's respiratory tract. In one version, the receptacle is opened when a blunt force is applied. |