Xopenex inhaler too much?!
Question: Xopenex inhaler too much!?
Was having a bit of a breathing problem, I've been prescribed xopenex for my asthma instead of what I used to take albuteral !.!.!. I ended up having to take 5 puffs instead of just the usual two because of how severe my breathing was!.!.!. Think I'm headed for an overdose!? Or will I be ok heh!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
Answers:
Fortunately they gave you Xopenex instead of albuterol since it has less of an effect on heart rate than albuterol!. Rapid heart rate is the most common problem with overuse of albuterol, it can still be seen in xopenex although it is less common!.
If you are needing to use your inhaler often, or require a larger dose you should make an appointment with your doctor so they can prescribe you something such as Flovent, Symbicort, Advair, etc!. which will help prevent your symptoms!.
Also, if you are fairly new to using inhalers you might benefit from asking your pharmacist to observe your technique to make sure you are using them properly!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
If you are needing to use your inhaler often, or require a larger dose you should make an appointment with your doctor so they can prescribe you something such as Flovent, Symbicort, Advair, etc!. which will help prevent your symptoms!.
Also, if you are fairly new to using inhalers you might benefit from asking your pharmacist to observe your technique to make sure you are using them properly!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
Maybe you should call a nurse practitioner to answer this question if you are really concerned!.Www@Answer-Health@Com