Asthma Questions

Can you be on prednisone on a regular basis?

Posted 15 Apr 2011 by lauraasmith • 8 answers

I have asthma and when i am on prednisone I can breath so much better, It also helps my arthiritis.

What is a good substitute for Advair? I've been taking Advair successfully for adult-onset asthma?

Posted 8 Jan 2013 by guineapigslave • 18 answers

... since roughly 2001. Medicare switched me to a new plan for 2013, since my old plan's prices have gone way up (I get extra help, due to finances, so money IS a big issue). Unfortunately, my new plan does not cover Advair, and I'm clueless as to what else will work in maintaining the ...

I got prescribed Prednisone 50mg, side effects please?

Posted 28 Dec 2012 by xkelsey • 3 answers

I went to the hospital last night, and they prescribed me Prednisone 50mg. I have asthma, and anxiety. I was at the hospital in the first place because my primary care doctor sent me. My oxygen levels were dropping, and I have the flu. I was also wheezing bad even after she gave me two breathing ...

Osteoarthritis - Does Prednisone give you energy, and make you feel better ?

Posted 2 Apr 2013 by pain2bgone • 5 answers

After recent visit to ER I rec'd a prescription fo Prednisone 20 mg tab. What can I expect?

Posted 21 Feb 2011 by reginastansbury • 3 answers

My prescription says to take the 20 mg Prednisone tab 3 times a day for 5 days. I've heard all kinds of horror stories about steriod therapy I am kinda scared about taking this drug. Is it safe to take this for 5 days straight and then just stopped taking it?? The reason I'm taking it in ...

Can I stop taking 20mg of prednisone after one day of use?

Posted 14 Jan 2018 by Kittenqueen • 1 answer

I was prescribed prednisone (20mg) for my asthma and I took my first dosage yesterday. The side affects are awful and I plan to go to my doctor in a week since I have an appointment scheduled. Is it possible to stop taking prednisone if I only took it for a day without tapering down? It’s ...

Advair vs Breo?

Posted 12 May 2015 by Bdawson89 • 6 answers

I have moderate asthma and control it with Singulair (allergies & asthma), and Advair inhaled medication. My doctor recently prescribed me BREO instead of Advair and will soon be switching. I am wondering if anyone else has experiences A) with BREO B) with advair and/or BREO and if theyve ever ...

Did Prednisone cause psychotic event?

Posted 31 Mar 2013 by jockimo • 8 answers

I was on Prednisone for almost three weeks for severe asthma issues. My pulmonologist prescribed first round, then I went to ER in the middle of the night because I couldn't breathe and ER doctor prescribed another round, then doctor was out of town so nurse recommended I stay on it until I ...

I am currently taking Singulair, Flonase and Allegra. Is this a safe mix to take all at once?

Posted 18 Dec 2014 by tls108 • 2 answers

I was taking it all in the evening before bed, however, I decided to start taking the Allegra in the morning when I get up just to space things out a little.

Where can I get chantix if I don't have a dr or insurance?

Posted 21 Mar 2014 by Mountain due face • 7 answers

I have asthma and I have smoked for years now I can hardly breath!!! My lungs are getting very weak and I can hardly breath!! I have to quit!!! Where can I get chantix?

How do I take my first day of prednisone?

Posted 25 Mar 2017 by Daisho97 • 2 answers

My doctor prescribed me prednisone for 6 days. 4mg dose pack. He said the instructions would say to start it in the morning but he wants mw to start it tonight instead. Is it ok to take all 6 day 1 pills at one time or should I wait till tomorrow and space it out like the instructions say to do?

How long can you take Singulair (montelukast)?

Posted 28 Jun 2011 by murli • 4 answers

My doctor in India prescribs it for 2 weeks (10mg/1 per day) & told me not to continue for more than 1-2 months? I see in this or various other user groups where people have been taking Singulair (montelukast) for many years continuously. I would like to continue Singulair (montelukast) more ...

Anxiety attack as a result of starting Prednisone and Albuterol for my asthma?

Posted 22 Sep 2012 by K08j20S • 4 answers

I have had asthma all my life, and came off my inhaler 10 years ago. Yesterday, I saw the doctor for asthma, and he put me back on an inhaler (Albuterol, 2 puffs every 4 hours), as well as Prednisone 15mg/twice per day. I am also taking Concerta 54mg, Lexapro 20mg, Claritin, Singulair 10mg, ...

Is anyone out there taking Trazodone?? Are you having problems with concentrating, memory loss,?

Posted 11 Apr 2013 by WildnFree • 13 answers

... inability to even spell correctly, or difficulty with asthma symtoms getting worse, or any similar side effects?? Please send me a response if you are! Also, my balance is totally off! I keep bumping into things! And I've only been on this med for two weeks!!!

Can the taking of this drum amlodipine cause severe coughing attacks?

Posted 17 Oct 2010 by Sister Sharon • 3 answers

I have severe coughing attacks, even during the night, coughing, wheezing, sneezing fits (as I call them). Someone suggested that a blood pressure medicine can cause these symptons.