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ALBUTEROL and PULMICORT in Nebulizer for cough for my 4 year old? My daughter is 4 years old, and has been suffering from this dry, non productive , dry cough since November. She cough on and off, gets better for a week then starts again. Just today, her doctor prescribed Albuterol and Pulmicort in nebulizer. She said she might have coughing asthma, and that will help. She has a few allergies also, and takes daily antihistamine, but still has that terrible cough. Is there any side affects for those meds? Anyone had any experience?

Karina S replied: "My son was introduced to albuterol when he was 4 months old. He was born premature and his lungs didnt develop well. We used it almost everyday he is off of it now but we keep it just in case. We have never seen any side effects from the use of it. Keep a close eye on her and the prescribtion should tell you what signs to what out for."

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Mixing together pulmicort and albuterol in my nebulizer? Last year around allergy season my doctor told me to mix together my albuterol with my pulmicort in my nebulizer. Right now I have been having serious asthma problems all week long and have been usind both my inhaler and nebulizer to relieve my asthma symptoms quickly. I was wondering if I should do this again? It did help me alot in the past and stopped me from wheezing for the whole spring.

cryptoxmit replied: ""PULMICORT RESPULES has not been studied when mixed with other nebulizable medications. PULMICORT RESPULES should be given separately in the nebulizer." comes from the insert from the manufacturer. Yet, there is new research that suggests that it is acceptable .... if it works for you .... and based on your previous experience ... what are you waiting for? Good luck .... I hope it helps ..."

Can you mix albuterol and pulmicort in the nebulizer? My doctor said I could, but the pulmicort pamphlet said not to mix it with anything. Who is correct? It's a corticosteroid.

matt replied: "I have albuterol, what is pulmicort?"

Kate S replied: "Pulmicort is used to prevent asthma attacks. It will not treat an asthma attack that has already begun. It works by decreasing irritation and swelling in the airways, which helps to control or prevent asthma symptoms. Albuterol is used to treat an asthma attack while it is happening. If your doctor feels it's safe then it probably is. Advair is a medication that does both and uses a steroid and albuterol type product and that is safe."

Kelsey replied: "The better thing to do would be to use the albuterol first, then the pulmicort. The albuterol will open up your bronchi allowing the pulmicort to be better absorbed, and therefore more effective. A bronchodilator is always recommended before the use of an inhaled corticosteroid. And I would go with the pamphlet's instructions. It probably would be fine to mix it if your doctor said so, but the pamphlet comes from the manufacturer, who knows their medication better than the doctor would."

Mary replied: "you need to do them seperately. Pulmicort needs to be alone."

Albuterol, Pulmicort, and Sports. Can they mix? My doctor prescribed Albuterol and Pulmicort together to use in an inhaler when I got sick. I run 5 miles a day for school. I am using the drugs once a day in the evenings after my daily runs. Is that ok to do? Is there a waiting period on sports to do the treatment or vice-versa?

nochocolate replied: "I think what you're doing is ok. Albuterol opens up your lungs so you can breathe, and Pulmicort stops the inflammation. I don't think there are any restrictions with taking them and playing sports."

Albuterol and Pulmicort to treat bronchitis and pneumonia? My nine month old has had lung problems since he was born last June (the night he was born he stopped breathing), in November he got pneumonia (has had it twice since then) and has also had bronchitis three times since then. After having him on different antibiotics, amoxicillian and zithromax, and still fighting it, I went to a different doctor last monday and he still had bronchitis, the doctor put him on a nebulizer with albuterol, he had a follow up appointment this morning and still has bronchitis so he is to keep up with the albuterol and now has to take pulmicort as well. Everything that I have read about the two says "treatment for asthma" is this also normal treatment for bronchitis and pneumonia? Why is my son having these issues, my husband had childhood asthma, there is no smoking around any of my children, we have pets, but after today they are on the way out the door...what else could be causing these problems.. what can I do to help my baby.., I have never delt with this I have asked our family doctor (the one that he had been going to until about two weeks ago) about having him tested for asthma and she said that they (doctors) don't test for asthma until at least six years of age because of lung development not being complete. She also happens to be the CEO at our clinic, so I figured it would be difficult to get another doctor to run the test. Is this normal, or can you still get the tests done? I actually don't know how he "got sick" because he has never been in daycare, hasn't been around any one else that has been sick, that I know of.

nabdullah2001 replied: "It's not just asthma that Albuterol treats you'll find people who are suffering from emphysema using it. How did your baby come down with this because babies are prone to a lot of infections at 0 to 9 months of age. Your child may have inheritied the gene that develops into asthma since the father had it as a child. Did you think of having your son tested by a genetics specialist to see if he will develop asthma or any breathing issues as he gets older? You might be surprised to learn a few things by having him tested since it's not only medical but developmental too. Find a genetics specialist and get tested to find out exactly if your son is prone to asthma."

CJBig replied: "Albuterol and Pulmicort are used to treat many respiratory diseases in addition to asthma. With bronchitis the combination of the two is definitely therapeutic. Your doctor is correct, nine months old is too young to diagnosis him with asthma. At his age they just call it reactive airways disease. As to why your son is having lung issues, it could be one of many reasons....underdeveloped lungs at birth, allergies, genetics...etc."

My six year old son's pediatrician prescribed albuterol and pulmicort for my son's asthma.? Which one is given first in the nebulizer? Thanks.

patricia c replied: "how often?if they are every 6 hrs .each then you should be able to mix them.they should have told you that.how they prefer it given.they are both good drugs,and have smiler actions.but just in case.call speak with the nurse she will ask doc.and give you his answer,don't feel bad cause you didn't get this info before,that is what they are there for.good luck."

og_breed replied: "albuterol first then give them the pulmicort second."

Jen replied: "So the Pulmicort is a steroid that is going to help reduce the inflammation helping him breathe easier. The albuterol is a bronchiodialator that will help open his airways. Albuterol is going to be a quick fix if hes having a hard time breathing, wheezing, shortness of breath, etc. The Pulmicort will help his asthma symptoms more long term. Is your son sick with a lower respiratory infection or did the doc just give you these for the asthma? The directions should be on the prescription, but if he gave you samples, I would use the albuterol for anything resembling an asthma attack. As for the Pulmicort, I would call the doc and ask how often he wants him to be taking this, ie 3 times a day, twice a day. They both have different uses and as far as I know, shouldnt be given at the same time. If you're unsure, I would call the office in the morning."

Vik V replied: "Albuterol is prescribed for the prevention and relief of bronchial spasms that narrow the airway."

what to do if my kids keep having breathing problem when i give them Ipratropium, Albuterol, and pulmicort? they started with a common cold (cough)

versantly replied: "treat as you are directed & call the pulmonologist if you have any medical questions. NEVER trust Yahoo for your child's health. call 911 if the nebulizer isn't working."

Is it normal to have an asthma flare up while taking pulmicort and albuterol? Well ive had asthma my whole life and i recently moved to fl from nyc .. I moved here in march , was fine all the way till july. And then i woke up very short of breath and was panicing .. I was very close to going to the E.R .. so after about 2 weeks it was still bothering me, yano the heaving feelin of feeling your not getting a deep breathe, which leads you to also freak out and have anixety .. So the doc prescribed me the proair and Pulmicort .. Ive been on it for a lil over a month now and i basically felt fine .. 2 weeks ago stopped using the proair inhaller completely .. But yesterday while trying to sleep, i dunno what happened but all of a sudden i felt short of breath again, couldnt take a deep breath and felt like my lungs werent getting any. And now im all anxious again now that its gunna start up again tonight. I still feel a lil out of breath now but not like last night. So my question is , is it normal to every now and then have an attack while using this stuff? And im pretty sure the anxiety of it all isnt helping either

Lady Cadilaq replied: "seriously, go see your doctor. you're better being safe than sorry. i always have a habit of leaving things and my asthma gets worse to help in the meantime, have a hot shower and go into your room. shut windows, doors etc. and put a bowl of boiling water with Vix or menthol-smelling stuff and breathe it in... really helps"

redemption2005 replied: "Yes, it's normal to have a flare up, even when on preventative medications. Myself, even with mild asthma, am on Symbicort (pulmicort and a long acting bronchodilator, formoterol), Singulair (allergic asthma medication), and Salbutamol (same as your ProAir), I still have prolonged flares about once a month. You likely need to have your medications adjusted by your doctor. Your doctor will either increase your Pulmicort, add on a leukotriene med like Singulair, or switch your Pulmicort to Symbicort or Advair. Good luck!"

My 8 mo. old is currently using a nebulizer for wheezing. He takes Albuterol 3x/day & Pulmicort 2x/day.? He seemed to be doing much better about a week or so ago; then began coughing again. I'm so frustrated! His cough seems worse on some days then others. His daycare even became concerned. Does anyone know if this is common with the coughing? I'm contacting the doctor to make another appointment. I was hoping that my son would get much better. I've stopped giving him the Pulmicort until the doctor sees him- that seems to be when the cough gets worse. I'm just praying my son doesn't end up with asthma. The cough sounds so terrible.

Pedsgurl replied: "The thing with coughs is this...once the respiratory tract is irritated ( usually by illness at your baby's age) it remains very sensitive and irritable, sometimes for a few weeks or month after the illness have gone. Having to be on those medications does not mean that your baby has asthma. Those medications are often used in babies because they have a hard time clearing phlegm on their own and the medications help to dilate and reduce swelling in his airways. It sounds like you are doing the right thing, though. If the cough hasn't improved after several days of treatment, it's always a good idea to revisit with the doctor just to be sure that an infection hasn't developed. Sometimes oral steroids are neccessary to help shring swelling in the airways and this is also a very common treatment. Try not to worry but keep a close eye on your baby and try to document what you notice. You sound like a very " on top of it" parent. However, if you notice any difficulty in breathing, you would want to call the on call doctor right away. They will probably want you to start an albuterol treatment while you are on the phone. Take care and try not to worry too much. ( easier said than done!)"

Rosey55 D replied: "I think that it might be wise to contact the baby's doctor before taking him off any medication. I have had elderly residents on the Pulmicort and they would cough more also. Why not do this and call a pharmacist ASAP and ask them what to do. Most pharmacists can answer medication questions."

Stormy S replied: "Obviously your son DOES have asthma. He is never going to be over it. It will last him his entire life. All you can do is to keep his environment as healthy as possible. Make sure that all furniture is dust free, make sure there is no mold in your home, make sure you use as few chemicals to clean your home as possible, (invest in some sort of steam cleaner) use a steam vac on your carpeted floors at least once a month. Make sure that the closet in your child's room remains closed at night time. Most clothing these days are made from man made fabric that are derived from chemicals and clothes "give off" "gasses" by keeping the closet door closed you avoid the "gasses" invading his room at night. When he gets a cold or flu make sure he is seen by a doctor because they can very quickly develop into bronchitis/pneumonia in an asthma sufferer. Allergies can make asthma even worse as he gets older the use of a breathing mask might be in order. Smoking in the home will make his suffering worse, so will being around anyone who smokes whether they are smoking around him or not...the fumes from smoking cling to a person."

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