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Can i take prednisone and use an albuterol inhaler?
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Yes: Continue to take the medications as written by your doctor.
Answered 4/8/2017
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Usually: The albuterol is used as a rescue inhaler in mild asthma. During Asthma exacerbation your doctor may give tapering dose of prednisone. Due to adverse effects of prolonged steroid use, inhaled steroids is preferred for long term use
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