Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Is it okay for to use inhaler for my bronchitis?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Yes: Inhalers are commonly used in bronchitis; they may increase the airway diameter and help allow you to expectorate (cough out) more mucous. They also can be used to dry secretions in the airways as well.
Answered 10/15/2013
5.2k views
Yes but not alone: An inhaler such as albuterol will help open the airways but an anti-inflammatory and antibiotics are also necessary. Sometimes an oral or IV steriod is used. Antibiotics for infection plus bronchodilators plus steroids. On discharge, spiriva, pressair, advair or symbacort may help lessen the occurances. Bronchitis is inlfammtion of the bronchi which cause airway obstructin and breathing issues.
Answered 9/3/2018
5.2k views
Related Questions
A member asked:
Is it better to use an inhaler or nebulizer for bronchitis?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
I took 2 abs and an inhaler and a coughing syrup.My dr said i had bronchitis.I finished the abs since 3 days but am still coughing. Is it normal?!
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Is an inhaler commonly given to patients with acute bronchitis?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
How often can I take my inhaler if I have asthma and bronchitis?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
3yr old daughter diagnosis with bronchitis but still has bad coughing fits for 5weeks on inhaler for last 2 weeks. Will this cause long term damage?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
People also searched for:
Can inhalers be taken for more thanks 10years for bronchitis?
What is bronchitis, and when would you need to use inhalers if you've never needed inhalers before?
What to do if i got an inhaler for bronchitis a few months ago and i'm sick again what should I do?
Given inhaler for bronchitis and I used it wrong,should I try it again? I didn't hold it in long enough.afraid of overdose.
Whats an alternative prescript for bronchitis rather than inhaler which hasnt been working for me, been using it since last friday?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
