What You May Not Know About Asthma Meds
Friday, March 15, 2013 23:35
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What You May Not Know About Asthma Meds
Inhalers have been a standard medical therapy for asthma symptoms for decades. “Puffers,” as they are commonly known, shoot medicine down into the lungs. These bronchodilators (medicines which relax the main airways, making it easier to breathe) and corticosteroids (medicines which reduce inflammation in the airways) are effective for some—but come at a high cost.
The Canadian Lung Association lists nervousness, trembling and increased heart rate as possible side effects of taking a bronchodilator. As for corticosteroids, you may get a yeast infection or suffer from a sore throat.
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