Yes, some asthma inhalers can cause a sore throat, irritation and hoarseness due to the active ingredient, like a corticosteroid, depositing on the back of your throat. Using a spacer device, rinsing your mouth with water after your dose and improving your inhaler technique can help reduce ...
are used for more severe cases or in individuals who have difficulty coordinating inhalation. Education on correct inhaler technique—including shaking the inhaler, exhaling fully before use, inhaling slowly and deeply, and holding the breath afterward—is critical and should be provided by healthcare...