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Is Asthma Associate Inhaler Usage Safe For A 3 Years Old Child?

Sir, My daughter is 3&half year old. Doctor said she has Aasthma, he has given Budecort100-2puf 2 times, asthalin-100-2puf-4times, Montiar plus Kid once 7PM,and he said it may continue for 2 or 3 years.. Sir, I want to know is it safe to take inhalers continue for 2 or 3 years, Is not there any side effect?
Thu, 20 Feb 2014
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Pediatrician, Neonatology 's  Response
Hi,


Inhalers are ok for kids when indicated.


Of course there are some side effects especially with steroid spray.


The child may not need it continuously for 2-3 years.

In summer The child will be better.



Thee are some criteria for continuous use.

Good luck


Dr uma
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Is Asthma Associate Inhaler Usage Safe For A 3 Years Old Child?

Hi, Inhalers are ok for kids when indicated. Of course there are some side effects especially with steroid spray. The child may not need it continuously for 2-3 years. In summer The child will be better. Thee are some criteria for continuous use. Good luck Dr uma