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Is it ok to take ventolin and an antihistamine if i have an asthma attack?

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Dr. Jay Park answered

OK but why: Adding antihistamine to the standard asthma treatment does not bring any extra benefit.

Dr Williams agreed

Answered 11/16/2020

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