Medications To Relieve An Asthma Attack

Asthma medications that relieve the muscle spasms responsible for narrowing of the airways are called reliever medicines. The medications that best accomplish this are the bronchodilators. (Bronchodilate means to open up the airway, and that's exactly what these medications do.)Points to keep in mind concerning the bronchodilator drugs include:They relax the airway spasms to provide immediate relief.Bronchodilators are used before exercise or before exposure to triggers such as cold air.They are to be kept with you at all times.You should contact your doctor if you are not getting immediate relief from your symptoms.Bronchodilators should not be used every day unless prescribed by your doctor.

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