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Albuterol long term use

MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: Oct 29, 2023 | Replies (28)

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@sueinmn

So I have used my albuterol rescue inhaler for many years, 2-5 times a day, plus neabs for asthma attacks.
Then cam MAC and airway clearance-nabs at least twice a day . I hated it! Made my tremors so much worse, and took so much time.
About 3 years ago, my primary said "2 puffs of the inhaler are as good as a neb" Now I take 2 puffs, wait 15 minutes, neb saline and do my Aerobika. Saves a lot of time, much less shaky...
Last year my pulmonologist switched my inhaler fro albuterol to Symbicort because I also have asthma. Even better! No flare for a year, and less shortness of breath.

That's my story - an ever changing picture, but if albuterol doesn't bother you, many use it for years.
Sue

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Thank you so much Sue for sharing your story.I have about a year of experience now, so far I manage it well. Maybe what your doctor said "2 puffs of the inhaler are as good as a neb" makes some sense. That is certainly the case for me. Change is good, science is evolving, our condition changes too. So we need to reconsider and reevaluate from time to time.
BTW: how do you know you have a flare?
I am so happy to be in this resourceful group.

Take care!
Ling