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Nebulizer And Inhaler Not Working
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Do I continue using qvar and montekulast while using nebulized albuterol sulfate?
Please continue: Using Qvar and montelukast, those are your routine maintenance medications that you need to take whether you're symptomatic or not. The albuterol is a short acting broncho dilator, works better during an asthma flare or before strenuous activity, keep the follow up with your doctor / asthma specialist, wish you wellness ...Read more
Nebulizer (Definition)
A nebulizer is a machine that turns a liquid into a mist. It is usually used for medications for asthma, cystic fibrosis, and copd, so that the medications can be ...Read more
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Can I use both an albuterol nebulizer and albuterol rescue inhaler at the same time?
No: You should not do this without express direction from your doctor.These medicines have side effects that are potentially dangerous in overdoses.Can increase heart work, raise blood pressure for example. ...Read more
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Which inhaler is a rescue inhaler, xopenex (levalbuterol) hfa or dulera? Already used xopenex (levalbuterol) hfa and did not get full relief
Rescue : Rescue inhalers include the following brands: xopenex, (levalbuterol) proventil, ventolin, proair dulera is a maintenance inhaler. ...Read more
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Should I mix albuterol and Pulmicort together in the nebulizer?
No: While you can mix the 2 medications together, it is preferable to separate them. The albuterol should be given first because it will quickly open up the airways and allow the pulmicort a better chance to get further into the airways. The timing between the 2 is generally 10-20 minutes apart. ...Read more
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Can i continue to use my ventolin inhaler, while I'm on peridosine and liquid albuterol in a nebulizer?
Meds: Use either your ventolin or your nebulized albuteral. They are similar drugs. The Prednisone can be continued. All the best. ...Read more
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I use albuterol sulfate ProAir rescue inhalers for my asthma. Can I use salamol cfc free inhalers in replacement of this? (it's more affordable)
Yes: Yes, they are essentially the same medications. They fall in the category of SABA, short acting beta agonists. As always, with asthma, try to use these as little as possible to prevent your lungs from becoming 'sensitive'. ...Read more
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I'm switching back to dulera (formoterol and mometasone) inhaler will that help with my asthma?
See below: What are you switching from? In my experience Dulera isn't even comparable to the other inhalers in the same category. ...Read more
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When taking a new prescription for combivent (albuterol and ipratropium), (albuterol and ipratropium) do I dc my advair or take them both? Have been unable to reach the prescribing doc and need to start combivent (albuterol and ipratropium).
See below: Do not stop your advair. The combivent is what is referred to as a rescue inhaler. This is taken only when needed. Continue the advair and use combivent if you have acute shortness of breath. Continue to try and get in touch with your doctor. ...Read more
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Can I use an albuterol and qvar inhaler and then drink alcohol?
Depends: No real "Contraindication" but immediate use of alcohol with any medicine is NOT WISE! You can have a reasonable amount of alcohol in between doses of your medications. Hope this Helps Dr Z ...Read more
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I have asthma and only optra inhaler works 80 percent and no other inhaler work.
Asthma : Successful asthma treatment involves getting long term control with an inhaled steroid and also long acting beta agonist. You can use a short acting beta agonist for symptoms. Also avoidance of triggers is helpful ...Read more
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I have asthma. Dr prescribed Symbicort (budesonide and formoterol) and resc inh albuterol and to keep taking singulair. Dr said to also use Combivent if needed. is that safe?
Asthma and meds: You stated "I have asthma. Dr prescribed Symbicort (budesonide and formoterol) and rescue inhaler albuterol and to keep taking singulair. Dr said to also use Combivent if needed. is that safe? Combivent has albuterol in it. It would be best to use one or the other as needed. Often patients with asthma will use albuterol or Combivent on a schedule then use more often if not covered. ...Read more
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Is Breo a corticosteroid? And when should you use breo? I use singulair (montelukast). And a nebulizer.
See below: Do you have asthma or COPD? If so, then Breo is certainly a good option. It does contain a steroid. ...Read more
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Is duoneb breathing trmt safe to use in asthma flares when I'm taking prednisone and symbicort (budesonide and formoterol) 160/4.5?
Stop Symbicort (budesonide and formoterol): If you are taking oral predinsone, no need for symbicort (budesonide and formoterol). The easy solution will be to take oral prednisone and albuterol nebulizer treatment . Symbicort (budesonide and formoterol) may be stopped for now till you are done with oral prednisone. If you are getting worst please seek immediate help in ED or urgent care ...Read more
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Do you know which works better, dulera (formoterol and mometasone) or albuterol?
Depends: They are different medications - Dulera (formoterol and mometasone) is a combination of an inhaled steroid and a long acting bronchodilator while albuterol is a short acting bronchodilator. ...Read more
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So my doctor prescribed me with Fluticasone and ProAir HFA Albuterol for easier breathing at night. I don't have asthma. Is it bad?
Asthma Meds : Fluticasone and Proair are both asthma medications. Your physician must suspect you have a variant of asthma which is causing chronic night time symptoms. Sometimes with a suspicion of asthma we will do a trial of asthma medicines to assess response. Do you have night cough? Any family history of asthma? Be sure and keep your follow up with your physician! ...Read more
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Is there a spray substitute to symbicort (budesonide and formoterol) inhaler, with similar formula or strength, i think its powder, aggravates my cough but helps ease breathing?
Similar ingredients: The are a couple of inhalers with similar medications, used for the same conditions that symbicort (budesonide and formoterol) is used for. For example, there is advair. One's doctor can help decide whether a change would be helpful or not. ...Read more
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For asthma - when do you prescribe advair diskus (salmeterol and fluticasone) medicine?
Moderate disease: If you are having symptoms more than twice a week or at night, you probably need to be on a steroid inhaler, od which advair is one. If you are on a steroid inhaler and have symptoms, adding a long acting beta agonist (the sere vent part of advair)helps. ...Read more
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I have recently started Combivent (albuterol and ipratropium) (4x/day) for asthma. Is this to be used as a rescue inhaler or do I use my ventolin inhaler or both?
Rescue: Combivent (albuterol and ipratropium) is a rescue inhaler and contains both albuterol and ipatropium ( an anti-cholinergic). It should not be used with albuterol unless you intend to double up on the albuterol dose. You should not use Combivent (albuterol and ipratropium) solely for asthma control and in fact your asthma may get worse with using it alone. I think you will to see an allergist or pulmonologist to get you on the right path. ...Read more
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Have bronchitis, inhaler and neb treatments not really helping. What else can I do? *on cipro&albuterol*
Bronchitis: There are a few things i would recommend. First of all, you may wish to discuss the choice of antibiotics with your physician. The most correct way to treat an infection is with a culture of your phlegm. You may also need a chest xray, or be a candidate for inhaled and/or oral steroids. At home, try using humidifier for easier breathing. ...Read more
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I do not have asthma; but do have COPD - have been prescribed Dulera (formoterol and mometasone) (as well as the Spiriva). What is the alternative to Dulera (formoterol and mometasone) for COPD?
Talk to pulmonologis: It is necessary to know exactly what type of COPD you have since some cases of asthma are linked to COPD also. Some COPD cases may not need inhaled steroid which is present in Dulera (formoterol and mometasone) and instead may benefit more from a long-acting bronchodilator(LABA) +/- antimuscarinic agent. There are several other ICS /LABA combinations similar to Dulera (formoterol and mometasone). ...Read more
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Wildfire smoke in co is affecting my asthma. Inhalers and my nebulizer are not working. What else can I try?
Reduce exposure: Exposure to smoke will make the airway reactive and make it difficult to control. Stay indoors as much as possible. You may need treatments more frequently. ...Read more
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Been up all night with asthma.inhaler and nebulizer meds aren't working.what do I do now?seen Dr twice this wk for this.was put on zithromax.that too worked for a day but isn't working now
Pain meds?: I agree that with the severity of your asthma you may need oral steroids at this time. However, Ibuprofen and nap0roxen may worsen asthma in some patients (just as aspirin). That may be part of th eproblem Acutely, see your MD again or go to ER. If your physician is not an asthma specialist, make an appointment with one. ...Read more
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Can we use inhalers instead of nebulizer?
Depends on situation: Most patients over 4 years of age can be transitioned into inhalers.Sometimes a spacer chamber is needed, but most nebulizer meds are also available by inhaler. ...Read more
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What is the difference between a nebulizer and an inhaler?
Not much: In a nebulizer medication is been delivered in saline were the moisture helps & the constant nebulization delivers more medication in patients that are limited in their function or cannot make an adequate effort or if acutely ill by inhaler is a dry therapy & depends on patients effort. ...Read more
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Which type of rescue inhalers and nebulizer medicine are there?
Rescue inhalers: They are all short acting bronchodilators such as albuterol, terbutaline, and xopenex (levalbuterol) among others. ...Read more
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Can I use a nebulizer and an inhaler during the same day or is it one or the other? If I can, how long apart?
Inhaler: You may. Both serve the same purpose of dilating your airways. The usual dose is every 4-6 h as needed. ...Read more
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Is it better to use an inhaler or nebulizer for bronchitis?
Depends.....: Studies have shown that, when the technique is right, an inhaler is just as effective as nebulizer therapy. However, many patients are not able to use an inhaler with proper technique which makes the nebulizer more effective. The patient should use an inhaler in front of their physician to be certain of proper technique. If a person is unable to use an inhaler properly, then use nebulizer therapy! ...Read more
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Mon. Night my 4yrold started coughing. H hasn't been able to stop since. He has to use his nebulizer or inhaler every two hours it's now friday. Help!
Go to er: Take him to er for further evaluation and treatment. ...Read more
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Whats better for COPD a nebulizer or an inhaler?
Equivalent: A nebulizer is used when the person is not able to use the inhaler properly. When used the proper way both deliver the right amount of medication. A nebulizer is less portable and takes more time to deliver (10 to 15 minutes), usually requires a power plug. An inhaler is very handy, fits in a pocket or a small purse. And then, there is personal preference. ...Read more
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What types of inhalers and nebulizer medicines are best for asthma?
Variety: 2 general categories of medications: preventive (usually corticosteroids) and rescue (bronchodilators - beta 2 agonists). So, what is best for you depends on what type of asthma you may have and its severity ...Read more
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Albuterol nebulizer or inhaler. Which is better?
Either one: When the inhaler is used properly with good technique, it can provide as much bronchodilation as a nebulizer dose. For those patients with poor coordination, the elderly or very young, the nebulizer may be easier to use. ...Read more
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I can buy inhalers online, why can't I buy albuteral sulfate for my nebulizer.?
Prescriptions: If you can buy inhalers online without a prescription, i would question their validity. You usually need a prescription to be able too do this. ...Read more
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Can you workout after usesing a nebulizer , or albuteral inhaler ?If you can't how long do I have to wait ?
Yes: It seems that you have exercise-induced asthma. If this is the case it is recommended that you take your emergency bronchodilator (like albuterol) about 15 minutes before your workout. ...Read more
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I have been coughing for over 2 years. I have tried 4 inhalers and 1 nebulizer. Still not better. What could it be other than asthma?
Cough, chronic: There are many causes of chronic cough. It looks like you are currently under the care of a doctor but not under good control if previously diagnosed with asthma. You need to consult a chest specialist/pulmonologist for a more thorough evaluation. ...Read more
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Is albuterol nebulizer or inhaler better or do they give the same results.?
The same: Many studies have been done comparing the two - almost all have shown equal efficacy but only when using a spacer for the inhaler - for people with bad lung disease or who can't coordinate a breath i either recommend a neb or a spacer. ...Read more
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Can I use both an albuterol nebulizer and albuterol rescue inhaler at the same time?
No: You should not do this without express direction from your doctor.These medicines have side effects that are potentially dangerous in overdoses.Can increase heart work, raise blood pressure for example. ...Read more
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What is the easiest way to get my toddler to accept his inhaler and nebulizer treatments?
Sick or well?: When toddlers are coughing & wheezing & miserable they are more likely to sit in your lap & take the nebulizer. Once they recover - well watch out! singulair (montelukast) an anti-inflammatory tablet not as effective as corticosteroids is easy to swallow & works in mild cases. Once kids are stable they rarely need more than 2 treatments a day. Make it a game. Use a star system. Speak to your child's physician. ...Read more
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What can I do for wheezing and coughing and it doesn't stop when I use my nebulizer or my inhaler?
Get treated : It sounds like you have moderate asthma that would require inhaled steroids. Don't sit in this. Do see a physician, find out what stage asthma you're in, & get treated right away. Hope that helps. ...Read more
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HOW LONg Do I HaVe To WAIt AFTEr I usEd my RESCUe INHALEr To USe the NEBULIZER. BOTH WITh ALBUTEROl?
For severe asthma: every 3-4 hours. For mild to moderate asthma- every 4-6 hours. Consult your private physician for medication to prevent attacks. ...Read more
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What is the difference between the albuterol in my new nebulizer and the albuterol in my rescue inhaler?
Nothing really: The primary difference is the device used to deliver the albuterol. The medications are the same and if the device is used correctly, both techniques should yield the same beneficial results. ...Read more
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It is a type of medication delivery system used to inhale aerosolized medications. The most well know of this is ...Read more