How long for?

[Chip_y2kuk]

OK so the doctor told me to take 8 puffs of fostair to get back in control of an asthma flare up.... however she didn't say how long for? I know till I'm better which I'm not sure I'm quite there yet but how long is too long?

[O2Trees]

Hi Chip, your doctor should have told you that - better call her up (telephone appointment) as we aren't qualified to tell you when to reduce, or when is too long. Sounds like you're a bit better than you were which is good.

[sassy59]

Hi Chip, l agree with O2 contact your doctor. Xxx

[Jaysha]

Are you on anti b's and steroids as well. i personally would stay as you are until you feel your breathing is better. you have maybe had what they call an exacerbation so it will take longer than a chest infection. i had one ages ago not pleasant and it took me a while to recover that is why i always have ab's/steroids at home. if you are feeling no better no harm in going back to the dr. do you have a pulmonary nurse/dr at your surgery. mine is Karen and she is wonderful i go every 3 months just to make sure everythings on track plus she understands as not all people do how debilating COPD can be. Take care. Always here for a chat Sharon

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If you really feel you cannot trust your own judgement then back to your Doctor. Don't hang about, your body is precious

[Shaurene]

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Hi Chip see if you can share this around. Very scary on Antibiotics. Thailand

[Chip_y2kuk]

Ok so I did a week at 8 puffs and have reduced back down to 4 on the basis that...

A) the steroids won't wear out of my system quickly and if I start feeling ill again I can go back to 8 puffs

B) I feel mostly better and am not stopping the Steroid inhaler just reducing back to my prescribed dosage