Asthma Treatments
Another long-acting bronchodilator is theophylline, which comes as a liquid or pill. It is usually used to try to control nighttime symptoms, in conjunction with inhaled corticosteroids. This drug is very effective in controlling flare-ups, but studies show that some people tend to overuse it, which can worsen the problem.
One of the newest drugs on the market is Singular It should NOT be used for the immediate relief of asthma attacks or to prevent or treat asthma made worse by exercise. Singular should be taken once-a-day in the evening, as prescribed, whether or not you have asthma symptoms. If your symptoms get worse or you need to increase the use of your rescue inhaler, contact your doctor right away. Singular should NOT be used for the immediate relief of asthma attacks or to prevent or treat asthma made worse by exercise. You should still have rescue medication available and continue to take your other asthma medications as prescribed unless your doctor tells you to stop or change the dose. Singular should be taken once-a-day in the evening, as prescribed, whether or not you have asthma symptoms. If your symptoms get worse or you need to increase the use of your rescue inhaler, contact your doctor right away.
Clinical studies with Singular have shown, side effects similar to a sugar pill. They were usually mild — including influenza, stomach pain, and headache — and generally did not stop patients from taking SINGULAIR. Your doctor can provide you with a complete list of side effects reported in adults and children.
A new treatment for asthma that "soaks up" the bodies' allergic-response causing gene, IL-4, is being tested now. This medication appears to have no side effects and lasts for about eight days.
Another medication gaining acceptance is Accolate as a treatment for long-term control in patients with mild, persistent asthma. Severe exacerbations are commonly managed by short courses of oral steroid treatment in patients with mild asthma. Research findings emphasize the role of Accolate as an effective first-line controller medication and indicate that Accolate may reduce the need for corticosteroids for asthma exacerbations, which is an outcome of particular importance to asthma patients.
As you can see, there are a lot of treatments on the market for asthma. As with any drug, check with your physician before taking. Next week, I’ll be taking a look at some non-traditional treatments for asthma which are being
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