Articles related to "Ventolin"
A new breed of nebulizer
Looking for a nebulizer that you can fit easily in your briefcase or carry-on bag? The new breed of nebulizers are small, quiet and very portable.
• asthma
• nebulizer
• attack
• albuterol
• ventolin
Asthma and Pneumonia
...or Buyer Beware!
This month, I’d like to share my experience with asthma and pneumonia. As you read the following story, keep in mind one important message: No one knows your body (or your child’s) better than you do; follow your instincts.
• asthma
• pneumonia
• ventolin
• prednisone
• cough
Filter, Filter, Filter
When people learn that you or a family member have asthma, they suddenly become medical experts offering all kinds of advice. How do you deal with the onslaught of advice and keep your sanity?
• asthma
• advice
• medical
• ventolin
• respiratory distress syndrome
Learning to Inhale
With so many different types of inhalers on the market, using them correctly can be confusing. Find out what the differences are and how to breathe differently for each.
• inhaler
• disk
• nebulizer
• asthma
• attack
So, What's Your Peak Flow Reading Today?
A brief description of what peak flow meters are and how they may play a role in treating and managing asthma.
• peak flow meter
• asthma
• allergy
• lung function
• flow meter
Spring Sports
Preparing for a season of sporting fun.
• asthma
• sports
• ventolin
• inhaler
• exercise
The Overnight Asthma Checklist
Okay, Moms. Here’s the list you need to give to your kids before they leave for a sleepover at someone else’s house. School is in full swing and so are those lovely school holidays, November being the worst month.
• asthma
• ventolin
• rondec
• flovent
• peak flow
Tips to Remember: Asthma and Pregnancy
An excellent article from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology for any woman with asthma who is or plans to become pregnant. (Link provided with persmission from the AAAAI.)
• asthma
• pregrancy
• steroids
• inhalers
• albuterol
More on Bronchodilators
A review of the two types of bronchodilators and which one is effective during an asthma attack. Also, a heads-up on the new, dual-action inhaler Advair.
• asthma
• attack
• bronchodilator
• albuterol
• ventolin
Taking the CFCs out of your MDI
Metered-dose inhalers (MDIs) are starting to undergo a transformation. Drug companies have figured out how to stop using chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) as a porpellent.
• asthma
• allergies
• bronchodilator
• serevent
• metered-dose inhaler
Understanding your medications
An explanation of the two basic types of medications used in treating asthma, anti-inflammatory and bronchodilators. Knowing the difference can help you understand the prescriptions your doctor gives you.
• anti-inflammatory
• bronchodilator
• steroid
• prednisone
• ventolin