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I 've been taking simbycort every year (specially in allergy season for treating cough ) .can i stop using it if i feel ok now ?

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

I would: If you're no longer having symptoms, why continue to expose your tissues to this corticosteroid and bronchodilator medication? You should probably taper off it gradually if you've been using it daily for a prolonged period. You can always use it as needed if symptoms recur.

Dr Zimon agreed

Answered 9/29/2018

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A member asked:

I 've been taking simbycort every year (specially in allergy season for treating cough ) .can i stop using it if i feel ok now ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dr Zimon agreed

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