I am using formonide 200 inhaler since last 3 wks since i have got chronic asthama.I till feel restless,tigthening in chest,discomfort.have been told to use duxolin or deriphylin retard 150 mg. & Monte air 10 mg. have been using foracort 200 inhaler earlier. Reports says Mild diiuse airways dysfunction ,overinflation & air trapping are seen. Any side effects to using inhalers.
Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. No need to worry about side effects by inhalers. Actually inhalers are very safe in long term use. They act locally and directly on lungs without going to blood. So inhalers don't act on other organs like kidney, heart, liver etc. So no systemic side effects by inhalers. You should also rinse your mouth after inhaler use to prevent oral complications. Also do pulmonary rehabilitation (deep breathing exercises and chest physiotherapy) for better symptomatic relief. So don't afraid of long term inhaler use. They are safe. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.