The method used to extract fresh water from saline does not matter. The thermodynamic minimum energy for desalination (the energy required for separating an infinitely small amount of fresh water from salt water) is the same for all processes.
Font Size. A. A. A. Steroids, anti-inflammatory drugs such as prednisone, can be used for asthma as well as other lung diseases. Prednisone and other steroids (inhaled, oral, or by injection) help calm airway inflammation in asthma.ont Size. A. A. A. Steroids, anti-inflammatory drugs such as prednisone, can be used for asthma as well as other lung diseases. Prednisone and other steroids (inhaled, oral, or by injection) help calm airway inflammation in asthma.
Many inhalers contain steroids, like prednisone, to treat inflammation. Others have a type of drug called a bronchodilator to open up your airways. Some have both -- this is known as a combination inhaler. Anti-inflammatory asthma inhalers prevent asthma attacks and reduce swelling and mucus in your airways. They include: 1  Steroids (Aerospan, Alvesco, Asmanex, Flovent, Pulmicort, and Qvar).