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Does ventolin inhaler help reduce mucus production ?

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Dr. Axel Martinez-Irizarry answered

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No.: Antihistamines and steroids reduce mucus production. Ventolin is a bronchial airway dilator.

Dr Simons agreed

Answered 6/24/2014

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