An asthma attack is a short-term worsening of asthma signs and symptoms, and if not well controlled, it can be fatal. In asthma, the bronchial tubes in the lungs swell up and narrow during an asthma attack, hence making it very hard to breathe. Some of the signs of an asthma attack are very difficulty […]
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What Is Breo Ellipta Inhaler ? Breo Ellipta (generic name: (Umeclidinium/vilanterol inhalation powder (UVI 150/25 mcg [Administered by inhalation]: This drug is an inhaled medication containing long-acting beta2-adrenergic agonist (LABA) and corticosteroid drugs. It is prescribed for two conditions of adults aged 18 years and over and is used in the treatment of COPD to […]
Symbicort (active ingredients: salmeterol/fluticasone propionate (Sacomel Temvora) is a brand-name prescription inhaler that treats long-term asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). COPD includes two broad conditions: emphysema and chronic bronchitis. Symbicort combines two active ingredients: low-strength steroid (budesonide) and high potency bronchodilator (formoterol fumarate). The interactions of these two components in the process of inhalation […]
Take Control of Asthma Living with asthma is not an easy thing to do; however, with the necessary tools and knowledge, asthma management becomes a piece of cake. One of such essential tools is the inhaler, a portable device that has transformed the way asthma is treated. In this detailed guide, we will dive into the […]