Our pharmacist at Lifepharmacy.co.uk has some great tips for Asthma sufferers. Asthma is a common yet looked overlooked condition which restricts one’s breathing due to the narrowing of air passages and an excess production of mucus. It is a long term disease yet can be easily controlled.
Some common symptoms include wheezing, coughing and shortness of breath. These symptoms can get temporarily severe which is known as an asthma attack.
Asthma can get triggered by different things for different people and it is important that you are aware of what triggers it for you is very important. Some of these triggers can include:
** Smoking
** Being exposed to pollution or cold air
** Allergies, so antishistamines such as https://www.lifepharmacy.co.uk/catalogsearch/result/?q=hayfever, is a good way to control asthma symptoms from getting worse if you get wheezy when pollen is high.
** Colds and infection
** Exercise
Even though there is no cure for asthma, you can effectively treat your Asthma with Inhalers. Two of the most popular Inhalers that you can get on prescription are Salbutamol and Ventolin, however your GP will need to assess you first . However, it’s really important it is used correctly so it reaches lungs effectively, so speak to local pharmacist on how to use it or check your technique.
www.lifepharmacy.co.uk has the following products that can help control the severity of your Asthma as discount prices.
** Sterimar
** Nebulisers