A 12 year child who is using Asthalin inhaler and Flohale Inhaler. I would like to know the long term side effects of the same.
Hi welcome to Chat Doctor. Stalin or albuterol can increase the heart rate. When used as inhaler the ill effects are almost 60% less than compared to when it is given orally as a syrup or tablet. Flo hale contains steroid. Corticosteroids can lead to fluid retention in body, increase in blood pressure, and precipitation of Diabetes if used for long. But again these problems are almost negligible when used as inhaler. Ideally, Flo hale should be used daily as a preventive and Stalin used only when symptoms are severe or before exercise or dust exposure when an attack can be expected. Hope this satisfactorily answers your query. Regards