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Asthma inhalers and breathing treatment

Keeping asthma controlled matters in pregnancy; review the exact preventer, reliever, spacer and action plan without stopping prescribed inhalers suddenly.

Direct guidance

What to know or do

Ask which symptoms require urgent help and check inhaler technique and supply. Severe breathlessness, blue lips, fainting or a reliever that is not working needs emergency care.

What changes the answer

  • The exact active ingredient, strength, dose, route and formulation
  • Why you use it, how often, and the pregnancy week or exposure date
  • Other prescriptions, non-prescription products, supplements and health conditions

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When to get individual help

Check the exact item or situation with a doctor, midwife, pharmacist or relevant clinician; the name of a broad category is not enough for a personal decision.