Asthma inhalers work by delivering medication directly into your lungs, providing relief from symptoms like wheezing, shortness of breath, and tightness in the chest. These portable devices are designed for quick and effective use, offering either immediate relief during an asthma attack or long-term management of symptoms.

Types of Asthma Inhalers:

• Metered Dose Inhalers (MDIs): These inhalers release a measured dose of medication when you press the device, allowing you to inhale the medicine directly into your lungs. They are often used with spacers for better delivery.

• Dry Powder Inhalers (DPIs): Unlike MDIs, DPIs deliver medication in the form of a dry powder. They are breath-activated, meaning you inhale deeply to draw the medication into your lungs, making them easier for some people to use.

• Soft Mist Inhalers: These inhalers create a slow-moving mist, making it easier to inhale the medication over a longer duration, which is beneficial for people who may struggle with fast, forceful inhalations.

How Inhalers Help:

• Quick Relief Inhalers: Also known as rescue inhalers, these provide immediate relief during asthma attacks by relaxing the muscles around the airways, making it easier to breathe.

• Long-Term Control Inhalers: These inhalers are used daily to manage chronic asthma symptoms and prevent future asthma attacks by reducing inflammation in the airways.