My allergist, at my request, approved cessation of Symbicort 80/4.5 (2 puffs, a.m.) while maintaining Montelukast (10mg, p.m.), with a retest scheduled for 30 days. On the second day of skipped dosage, I developed laryngitis; and reverted to 160/4.5 2puffs, a.m. & p.m. This is the protocol for URI, etc. I ve had no colds in over a year. Laryngitis last year (same month, at the start of cold weather). No use of rescue inhaler for about 4 years. Original symptomology was adult onset, precipitated by stress and exhaustion. Would a taper be better, once I get back to baseline? I m wondering whether the sudden stop (after 8+ years of habituation) added to this event? Will be following with my doc early next week. Any taper suggestions would be much appreciated.
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