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My asthma is starting up i had not had problems with my asthma in two years only when i get sick my resue inhaler is two years old can i use it?

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Not a good idea: Best will be to call your prescriber's office for a refill. This way they will also be aware of your condition and the fact that you are using it.

Answered 12/1/2014

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A member asked:

My asthma is starting up i had not had problems with my asthma in two years only when i get sick my resue inhaler is two years old can i use it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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