Ventolin Evohaler
100mcg
Indicated to address airway narrowing to alleviate symptoms.
From $20.40 / inhaler View
Respiratory Health
Respiratory medicines include fast-acting relievers and regular controllers. They have different roles, and correct inhaler technique is essential.
Advair Diskus
100/50 · 250/50 · 500/50mcg
This inhaler is developed to target chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and is indicated to alleviate airway inflammation.
From $106.55 / inhaler View
Beclate Inhaler
200mcg
Developed to manage persistent asthma to alleviate airway inflammation.
From $43.69 / inhaler View
Seroflo Inhaler
25/125 · 25/250mcg
Utilized to target asthma and COPD to support respiratory function.
From $34.00 / inhaler View
Tiova Rotacap
15caps
Developed to alleviate chronic obstructive pulmonary disease to support better airway function and facilitate ease of breathing.
From $106.00 / bottle View
Combimist L Inhaler
Levosalbutamol, Ipratropium Bromide
50/20mcg
Utilized to manage bronchospasm to alleviate respiratory distress.
From $22.95 / inhaler View
Ventolin Pills
2 · 4mg
Designed to target airway obstruction to support easier breathing.
From $0.47 / tablet View
Proair Inhaler
100mcg
Indicated to relieve wheezing and formulated to target bronchospasm in asthma and respiratory conditions.
From $15.30 / inhaler View
Tiova Inhaler
9mcg
Indicated for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, formulated to alleviate breathing difficulties and support respiratory function in patients managing long-term lung health.
From $38.25 / inhaler View
Advair Rotahaler
50/250mg
Formulated to alleviate symptoms of asthma and intended to target airway inflammation to support improved respiratory function.
From $1.81 / tablet View
Bromhexine Tablets
8mg
Indicated to relieve mucus buildup to support respiratory clearance.
From $0.77 / tablet View
Theo-24 Cr
400mg
Formulated to mitigate respiratory restriction and indicated to support ease of breathing.
From $0.60 / tablet View
Uniphyl Cr
400mg
Formulated to support airway patency by relaxing bronchial smooth muscle cells.
From $0.57 / tablet View
Theo-24 Sr
200mg
Designed to target constricted airways, promoting improved airflow and reducing breathing difficulty.
From $1.33 / tablet View
Key takeaways
- Relievers open narrowed airways, while inhaled corticosteroids and other controllers reduce future symptoms or flare risk.
- A long-acting bronchodilator should be used only as directed within the treatment plan for the diagnosed condition.
- Needing a reliever more often or waking with symptoms can indicate poor control and needs review.
Listings are for comparison only; suitability and supply depend on clinician and pharmacy checks, prescription requirements and the prescribed inhaler device.
How the medicine groups differ
Relievers such as salbutamol can act quickly. Inhaled corticosteroids such as budesonide and fluticasone help control airway inflammation. Long-acting medicines include salmeterol and tiotropium. Inhaled delivery can limit, but does not eliminate, whole-body adverse effects.
What these medicines are used for
Uses include asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Some nasal or inhaled medicines may also be used for allergic rhinitis, but devices and instructions differ.
Important safety checks
Ask a clinician or pharmacist to check inhaler technique and whether a spacer is needed. Do not stop a controller when symptoms improve unless advised. Rinsing the mouth after an inhaled corticosteroid may reduce local adverse effects. Heart conditions, glaucoma, urinary problems and other medicines can affect selection.
When to seek urgent care
Seek emergency help for severe breathlessness, difficulty speaking, blue or grey lips, confusion, exhaustion, chest pain, or symptoms that do not improve after following the prescribed action plan and reliever instructions.
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