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Blue ones, brown ones, purple ones, round, tall, big, small, are but a few descriptions for the different inhalers containing medications for asthma. This can be confusing to say the least and surely a tablet would be much better? Surprisingly, in most cases, the answer is a definite no! Inhalers are much better than tablets because their are fewer side effects and the medication works more quickly. There is a need for a range of devices, including aerosols, spacers, autohalers and dry powder inhalers because not everyone can use the same one. The colours are often a way of coding so that people can identify easily and quickly which type of medication each one contains. The device you use should result from a joint decision between you and your health professional based on which you prefer and use most accurately. You can obtain more detailed information by going to the commonly asked questions below. Why are inhalers better than tablets? Why are there so many different inhalers? Which is the best one to use?

Topic "Treatment or Cure" Updated 14th August 2003

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