If you have tried one or more inhaled corticosteroids without benefit, your physician will likely step up your asthma care to include additional treatment options like long-acting bronchodilators (included in combination inhalers like Advair HFA and Symbicort) and/or leukotriene modifiers like Singulair...
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I asked around to my coworkers, and no one had an albuterol inhaler. However, someone did have an over the counter inhaler. I used it out of desperation, and it actually worked! I was so relieved. I didn't want to have to call an ambulance or something right in the middle of work...
Combination inhaler therapy is now available for the treatment of asthma. These medications include Advair (fluticasone and salmeterol), Symbicort (budesonide and formoterol), and Dulera (mometasone and formoterol). Symbicort and Dulera use the standard MDI inhaler device with a dose counter. Advair h...
Anticholinergics also dilate airways but through a different receptor than the beta2 agonists. It is administered by a nebulizer, powder, or metered-dose inhaler. The frequency depends on the agent being used. Beta2 agonists can be added as needed. Now combination inhalers are also available, ...
Patients should be instructed to throw Trelegy Ellipta away 6 weeks after opening the tray or when the counter reads “0," whichever comes first. It may be helpful to write the date of opening on the tray on the label of the inhaler. ...