Asthma Medications
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Q: Asthma medications?
Hey, I was wondering if anyone could recommend good non-steroid asthma medications. I was on flovent for a while but it caused me to have pretty terrible anxiety and I was forced to quit using it, though my breathing was a million times better. For several years I was using just albuterol and I was using less than 4 puffs a day. I went to a new doctor however, and she prescribed the flovent. After having trouble with that she tried azmacort and I was still having trouble (though, it’s entirely possible that it was lingering side effects from the flovent that I had trouble getting over). Now I am trying singulair and it helps a little but not even close to as well as the flovent and I would really love to breath as well as I was when I was on the flovent again. I have been researching asthma medications and was just wondering if anyone is using a medication that they highly recommend so that I may talk about it with my doctor when I go on friday. Thanks!
Really, any medication, even a steroid, that is extremely unlikely to cause anxiety would be great since that is the only side effect I seem to have a problem getting over.
A: Xopenex is similar to Albuterol but significantly stronger. It has low incidence of side effects.
Atrovent can cause some shaking and increased heart rate sometimes, but it can boost Albuterol or Xopenex by using another site in your lungs to help open your airways. A similar drug called Spiriva is once a day and I haven’t had any side effects from it.
I was on Asthmanex, a newer inhaled steroid than Flovent and stronger, for 4 months. I didn’t have any side effects from it. I get an upset stomach from Advair (Serevent and Flovent) though.
With my asthma, I took Advair 250/50 for 6 days recently because I was having trouble breathing in the heat and humidity. Now that it’s not as hot or humid, I’m back on Salbutamol (Albuterol) as needed, like I have been for months. Because of my profession, my doctor gives me a lot of lee-way, so I give myself up to 4 treatments a day (8 Inhalations) before being worried. That is the normal maximum. I don’t like inhaled steroids for me because of the fungus (thrush) that develops on my tongue. Before I tried my Advair 250/50, I took Spiriva (like Atrovent but once a day) for about 2 weeks and it was mostly good. It wasn’t quite enough though.
Inhaled steroids are great tools for asthma control. But if you can’t tolerate them, long acting inhaled bronchodilators might help too. I think the best part of Advair for me was the Serevent. My cough seemed to come back after about 12 hours, when the drug wore off. Because it’s long acting, Serevent might work better than Albuterol. In addition, you can still take Albuterol to top it off, if the Serevent isn’t enough. Spiriva can also be used with Serevent for long acting asthma control. Using Xopenex as a rescue inhaler might also be a benefit.
Q: What symptoms may cause a doctor to prescribe Albuterol over other asthma medications?
For what particular asthma symptoms does Albuterol (Salbutamol) cater to? Why may a doctor determine that his or her patient needs to take albuterol instead of other potential asthma medications?
A: Fast acting B2 agonists like albuterol “cater” to the bronchial smooth muscle constriction that is occuring arround your lower airways. the albuterol relaxes the smooth muscle allowing the bronchioles to widen and more air to pass. There is airway inflammation occuring as well that is usually taken care of with steroids.
If you use your inhaler more than twice a week your asthma may not be controlled and you may need to be taking controller meds as well.
Like Nichole mentioned Albuterol is the cheapest and most widely used beta agonist rescue inhaler. there is another that is used but it hasn’t been proven to work any better or faster and its about 6 times as expensive.
Q: Are there any asthma medications available for people with high blood pressure?
I have asthma and HBP. I’m currently on ADVAIR, which is not doing much for my symptoms–and I think it’s actually harming my bp. Any ideas on what I can take? I’m planning on going to the allergist soon, and want to go armed with info. Thanks.
A: Hmmm, not a fun combination- that’s for sure!
Well, first I would like to suggest a few things based upon what your question disclosed. I understand that you are on Advair, and that you are also diagnosed with high blood pressure and that you are going to see an allergist.
My first point of interest, is to point out that there are some cases where people are actually diagnosed with having asthmatic allergies. That is, that they do not seem to suffer the symptoms of asthma until they are exposed to the natural element or food product that they are allergic to. This is something that can be discussed with your allergist at the time of testing. It is important that you ask the allergist to forward his/her results to your current primary care physician as well. This way your primary doctor is able to see if you are actually suffering from asthmatic allergies, or an actual definitive diagnosis of asthma, independant of the allergies. It is equally as important that your allergist has full access to your current records and lists of all of your prescriptions from your primary doctor. This insures that everyone is on the same page, and that you are getting the best treatment possible for your specific ailments. It also allows the doctor’s to make any prescription changes that may be necessary along the way.
The second point I would like to address is the fact that you said the Advair does not seem to be eleviating your current asthmatic symptoms, and that it seems to be hindering your HPB as well. I’d like to point out that an asthma attack will, naturally affect your cardio vascular and respitory systems. This, of course would naturally cause an increase in your blood pressure even if you did not have a HBP condition. However, because you are more at risk than ordinary asthma sufferers…it is very important that you monitor your blood pressure periodically throughout the day, taking readings before and after and asthma attack as well. These results should be noted for any abnormally or dangerously high episodes, and reported to your primary care physician immediately.
You may also want to consult your primary doctor for an additional “booster” to your Advair (also an inhaler) called Albuterol Sulfate.
Of course, whether or not you are prescribed the additional inhaler would be at your doctor’s discresion and in accordance with your medical history.
My final point to address would be to find out whether or not you are taking any prescription for your high blood pressure. If you are not currently being treated for that with meds, you can bring your concerns to your primary doctor- who would best be able to advise you on the treatment. If you are currently being prescribed something for your HBP along with the Advair- it is very likely that your doctor is aware of the uses of both medications in unicen. However, you can always double check for any possible interactions, side affects etc through your local pharmacist just to be sure.
For additional information on the precautions and side affects of Advair, I would visit the site
online at www.advair.com. You may also look into allergy symptoms (for example, asthma attacks and increased blood pressure) on your internet search engines as well.
Although it is advised to have each treating doctor ‘copy’ the other on your current diagnosis, treatment and prescription plans…please, remember to ask for and sign the release form (so that the information can be shared) and…keep in mind that we all have to be very outspoken about our conditions. We are all our own medical advocates!!!!!
***VERY IMPORTANT: Be wary of any medical professional that gives you a NEW diagnosis online without having any knowledge of your complete medical history, or seeing you in person to provide the appropriate tests. Desktop diagnosis’ is not only a bad idea- it is unethical and against the oath they took at the start of their practice. Always review suggestions provided with your doctor!!!!****
P.S. It is very true…people did not suffer from these conditions 100’s of years ago! They died from them. Stick with your Doctor!
I hope this information helps. Be well!
Q: Do asthma medications cause a low sperm count for men?
Does any kind of asthma medications cause a man and his wife/girlfriend to have complications to conceive
A: Need to be more specific. Like the name of the medication.
Q: Can you die from an overdose of Asthma medications?
I have a friend who is very asthmatic, but from what I can see, she is taking too much of her inhalers, and I think this is causing her to have problems with anxiety attacks which usually put her in the hospital.
A: Yes, you can overdose on asthma meds. If your friend is having to use them that often then her method of treatment is not working and she needs to let her doctor know.
Anxiety attacks can trigger asthma attacks so it may not be the meds but the meds do tend to make the heart race.
Q: Do asthma medications eg. Ventolin & Seretide make you gain weight?
I have recently changed asthma medications andputon a lot of weight for no apparent reason, could my medication be a cause? if so what can i do about it? thanks.
A: Yes. Many inhalers are low-dose steroids/broncho dilators. Steroids actually slow your metabolism so while taking them you may notice some weight gain. Many people only experience the weight gain until your body has had a chance to get use to the medication. If you do not see a resolve after a month or so, ask your MD if he can prescribe something else.
Q: How much do you pay for your asthma medications and what country do you live in?
A: Canada is the cheapest that I know of.
Q: Does anyone have any alternative medications for asthma/allergies?
I have had asthma for 10 years and I am 14 years old. Does anyone have any other medications or any NATURAL medication that i can take. I would like to stay off of my inhaler as much as possible.
A: I found this really nice herbal formula about a year ago called Lucidia. It seems to work really well. It’s total helped out when I’ve felt miserable.
Q: where can I find assistance for my asthma medications, I have no healthcare coverage?
I am on the medications advair, singular. Advair is $169.00 per month and singular is $208.00 per month, I really could use some help
A: In tn we have a lot of people with that problem. The drug company that makes combivent gave my hospital an inservice about helping the patients out.
There are websites to assist you. The easiest to use is www.needymeds.com
I used it to help my husbands family and they got their meds for free at their doctors office through the company.
I hope you can qualify, this site has some great programs.
Q: How can I better my alertness and looks on days when taking multiple allergy/asthma medications?
Coz I can hardly get a thought out sometimes coz it makes me so drowsy, and it shows. People who know me know I’m sick with allergies on those days, but people I don’t know, who might say, want to take a job application from me, have no idea I’m not always searching so hard for my words or swollen and stuff.
Everyday I take prescription Claritin, Nasonex, Singulair (night), Advair, and an albuterol inhaler. On bad days I also have to use Benadryl. The days I have to use it, it shows, coz usually not only am I puffy and stuffy sounding, but it makes me sleepy.Thanks! Trying to avoid stimulants, but it looks like I’ll have to go back to drinking cappucino after all. That’s going to wreck my diet….
A: I have two children with asthma and allergies and they take (other than their inhaled steroids) Zyrtec and Singulair. My other sons (just allergies) use Allegra and Claritin. None of their medications make them drowsy. I know Benedryl knocks them all out… but the others do not have that effect. Sudafed gives them all medicine-head.
You might want to just switch what you’re taking. Speak with your physician about using prescription options that won’t make you drowsy if you’ve just been trying to cope using over the counter stuff.
Also consider attacking each symptom individually with corticosteroids (prescription only) like Flonase for your nose… Patanol drops for your eyes… like that.
In the meantime… in an unfamiliar setting, it’s socially acceptable to say “I apologize if I’m a bit ‘off’ today, but my allergies are acting up and the medication I took for them has made my head a bit foggy. I promise you I’m not off my game all the time.” (smile sweetly)
Q: I have a question regarding my asthma medications.?
I am currently taking singulair and I use atrovent. These are 2 medications which are not too good for you. I am allergic to Albuterol so I am limited to what I can take. Can anyone suggest what other rescue inhalers are available? My doctor hasn’t been very helpful.
A: Atrovent is a really good inhaler… it does not have a lot of the same side effects that others have. Atrovent is your rescue inhaler. Singulair is a preventative inhaler. It is used to control your asthma. As long as your asthma is well controlled, you shouldn’t have to use your rescue inhaler much. Once in a blue moon, you may have to use the rescue inhaler…. but like I said as long as your asthma is well controlled, you should be fine.
Q: What over the counter medications exist for bronchial asthma?
What over the counter medications exist for bronchial asthma?
A: primatine mist or pill
broncaid-prefered
I have used all of the above and in a pinch (ran out of prescrip med on a weekend) I like the broncaid better because it last longer although the primatine mist works faster
Q: Are there any asthma medications a diabetic person shouldn’t take?
Out of this list: Singulair, Symbicort, Ventilin.
Thanks!
I’m not diabetic, but i wondered.
A: Hey mango, I checked all the drugs for asthma and found none you shouldn’t take. One drug that I seen that was under the microscope was Singulair. Not for diabetes but for causing suicide.Most have a lot of warnings: tell you doctor if you take this and that. But none that were counter indicated.
Q: Asthma Medications and weight loss?
I was on athsma medications for about 10 years and have been of of them for about four years now to try more natural methods of athsma control. They HAve been working great but i find i can lose more than five punds at any given time, and its not like this is new , i’ve always been an active person. My doctor has suggested that it is because of the steroids in the asthma medications. I there anything i can do to counter-act that?
A: You can increase your activity level and watch what you eat-you breathing better is more important than you gaining a few pounds and not being able to fit into your favorite jeans!
If you find that it’s too difficult to manage or you’re uncomfortable with your results, your doctor may have to change your medications again.
Q: Calling all Asthmatics! What are allergy medications that work with your asthma?
Ok, I have serious asthma + allergies, and I was wondering if anyone had any new allergy medications that they use (if you have asthma too) that have been effective for you! I have used zyrtec and singulair, neither have really worked. For me, the best so far has just been over the counter clariton, but there must be something better. Any ideas?
A: be careful of allergy medications that you use, even over the counter ones — especially if they include “anti-histamine” which is number one contraindicated among people with asthma. this dries up your airways, so you think you feel better — but it can do more harm than good.
my sister also has asthma — she was taking over-the-counter benadryl before, but when we found out, we discouraged her from taking it (because of anti-histamine). so she was prescribed singulair — she says it works. i guess not for you. what specifically triggers your asthma? is it the pollen? dust? pet dander? one thing you can do is avoid those allergens.
if im not mistaken (i kinda forgot) claritin also has some anti-histamine in it. i suggest you speak to your doctor about claritin, also let him/her know that singulair and zyrtec is not really working for you, and if there is anything that he can prescribed that is safe for people with asthma would be great. (a stronger dose maybe). but try not to self medicate. i suggest you speak to your physician first.
another option is your doctor might prescribe you some corticosteroids to help you manage your allegies. they help you tolerate the allergens that trigger your asthma attack — but you must take them religiously.
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