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Can I Use Spiriva In Place Of Qvar And Ventolin Inhalers For Mild Asthma And COPD?
Question: I have been diagnosed with mild asthma and COPD. (83 yrs old)
I take Q-Var for asthma regularly and Ventolin when necessary as needed (very seldom). Never have had a serious asthma attack. My personal impression is that my COPD is a bigger problem than my asthma. Since having a bad episode of flu in December I'm having a significant increase in shortness of breath even after mild exercise. I would rather not take a corticosteroid as Q-var. Would Spiriva be a good substitute for treating both conditions? Another suggestion?
I take Q-Var for asthma regularly and Ventolin when necessary as needed (very seldom). Never have had a serious asthma attack. My personal impression is that my COPD is a bigger problem than my asthma. Since having a bad episode of flu in December I'm having a significant increase in shortness of breath even after mild exercise. I would rather not take a corticosteroid as Q-var. Would Spiriva be a good substitute for treating both conditions? Another suggestion?
Brief Answer:
Yes, Spiriva is a good option.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Yes, Spiriva (Tiotropium) is better than Q var and Ventolin inhalers.
In fact, the combination of Formoterol (long-acting beta 2 agonists), Tiotropium (long-acting Muscarinic antagonist) and ciclesonide (inhaled bronchodilators) are best for your condition.
This triple combination is better than Spiriva alone.
Hope I have solved your query.
Wish you good health.
Regards,
Dr. Kaushal Bhavsar, Pulmonologist
Yes, Spiriva is a good option.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Yes, Spiriva (Tiotropium) is better than Q var and Ventolin inhalers.
In fact, the combination of Formoterol (long-acting beta 2 agonists), Tiotropium (long-acting Muscarinic antagonist) and ciclesonide (inhaled bronchodilators) are best for your condition.
This triple combination is better than Spiriva alone.
Hope I have solved your query.
Wish you good health.
Regards,
Dr. Kaushal Bhavsar, Pulmonologist
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