Title: Asthma Attack No Inhaler: What to Do
Headings: Asthma Attack Without an Inhaler: 5 Things to Do Now
Asthma Attack Without an Inhaler: 5 Things to Do Now
What is an asthma attack?
1. Sit up straight
2. Remain calm
3. Steady your breathing
4. Move away from triggers
5. Call 911
Asthma attack symptoms
Prevention
The bottom line

Content: Be sure to try to get away from things that may be triggering your asthma attack. For example, if you’re in an area where people are smoking cigarettes, you should move away promptly. It’s also important to know your triggers. Common triggers include: allergens, such as pet dander, pollen, or certain foods
exercise
irritants, such as tobacco smoke or pollution
stress or anxiety
some medications, such as aspirin, ibuprofen, or beta-blockers
respiratory infections, such as the common cold, the flu, or mycoplasma
breathing in cold, dry air
5. Call 911
You should always be sure to seek immediate emergency medical treatment if you experience any of the following symptoms during an asthma attack: your symptoms continue to get worse even after treatment
you can’t speak except in short words or phrases
you’re straining your chest muscles in an effort to breathe
your shortness of breath or wheezing is severe, particularly in the early morning or late-night hours
you begin to feel drowsy or tired
your lips or face appear blue when you’re not coughing
Asthma attack symptoms
Symptoms that indicate that you could be experiencing an asthma attack include: severe shortness of breath
tightness or pain in your chest
coughing or wheezing
fast heart rate
lower than normal peak flow score, if you use a peak flow meter
Prevention
The best way to prevent having an asthma attack is to make sure that your asthma is under control. People with asthma typically use two types of medication: Long-term.