Goals of Therapy Asthma Action Plan Control Medications   - Corticosteroids   - Non-Steroidal Anti-      Inflammatory   - Theophylline Prevention Medications   - Leukotriene Modifiers   - Long-Acting Beta2-Agonists Rescue Medications   - Short-Acting Beta2-Agonists   - Anticholinergics Peak Flow Inhalers   - Proper Spacer Usage   - Inhalant Canister Calendar

For a version suitable for printing, click here. Inhalers Most asthma medicines are inhaled so that the medicine goes directly where it is most needed -- the lungs. Inhalants also decrease the medication dosage, have fewer side effects, and work faster than medications taken other ways, such as ingested. It is important that you use your inhaler correctly in order to get the best results. Using Spacers You should always use a spacer with your inhaler. Here are some advantages to using a spacer: Spacers help to slow the initial rapid inhalation so that the irritant properties of the aerosol are reduced. This will help decrease the tendency to cough after you inhale your medication. With a spacer, the delivery of medication to your lungs is improved and the deposition of medication into your mouth and throat is lessened. This can decrease the possibility of oral candidiasis (thrush) sometimes associated with using the inhaled corticosteroids. Spacers and holding chambers make your metered dose inhaler more efficient and easier to use. Spacers are especially helpful for people who have highly irritable airways. Learn the proper technique for using your spacer and how often to change your inhalant canister. Forward to Proper Spacer Usage » ^ Back to Top

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