Asthma Articles A-Z

Flovent Uses

Flovent is used to prevent asthma attacks. This selection from the eMedTV archives discusses Flovent uses, including possible "off-label" uses of the medication. This article also discusses using Flovent in children with asthma.

Flovent Warnings and Precautions

Tuberculosis and herpes are among the conditions you should tell your doctor about before taking Flovent. This eMedTV article discusses other Flovent warnings and precautions, such as the safety of taking Flovent while nursing or pregnant.

Flowvent

Flovent is an environmentally friendly inhaler used to prevent asthma attacks. This eMedTV Web page provides a brief overview of the drug, as well as a link to more in-depth information. Flowvent is a common misspelling of Flovent.

Flunisolide Inhaler

The flunisolide inhaler, which is available by prescription, is used for preventing asthma attacks. This eMedTV resource describes the effects of the inhaler, explains when and how to use it, and lists some of its potential side effects.

Flunisolide Inhaler (Aerobid)

Flunisolide Inhaler Dosing

As this eMedTV article explains, the starting dosage of the flunisolide inhaler for adults and children over the age of 16 is two inhalations twice a day. This eMedTV article also discusses flunisolide inhaler dosing for children ages 6 to 15.

Formoterol

Formoterol is a drug used to treat and prevent bronchospasms. This eMedTV page discusses other uses of the prescription medication (like preventing exercise-induced asthma attacks), as well as possible side effects and general dosing guidelines.

Formoterol Dosing

The formoterol dosage to treat or prevent an asthma attack is one capsule inhaled twice daily. This eMedTV Web page also explains formoterol dosing guidelines for treating exercise-induced asthma and offers tips and precautions for using the drug.

Formoterol Fumarate (Foradil)

Generic Advair

There is currently no approved generic version of Advair for sale. As this eMedTV Web page explains, the soonest that a generic version could become available is April 2011 (for the Diskus) and June 2009 (for the inhaler).

Generic Albuterol Inhaler

There is only one generic albuterol inhaler that is currently available. As this eMedTV page explains, Ventolin and other older forms of albuterol inhalers will be taken off the market after 2008 because they aren't environmentally friendly.

Generic Asmanex

As this eMedTV resource explains, the soonest that a generic Asmanex drug could become available is June 2012, when the first patent for Asmanex expires. This page also covers circumstances that could push this date past 2012 (such as lawsuits).

Generic Brethine

Among the companies that make generic Brethine are Global Pharmaceuticals and Lannett Co. Inc. This page on the eMedTV site explains that because brand-name Brethine is no longer being made, generic Brethine is the only choice.

Generic Flovent

A patent currently prevents any generic Flovent from being manufactured. This page on the eMedTV Web site discusses when generic versions of Flovent may become available and the circumstances that could delay the availability of such products.

Generic Proair HFA

This eMedTV page discusses why there is currently no approved generic Proair HFA for sale on the market. This page explains that the earliest date a generic for Proair HFA could become available is November 2009, when the patent for Proair HFA expires.

Generic Proventil HFA

The earliest that a generic Proventil HFA could become available is in 2010. This eMedTV article discusses the availability of generic traditional inhalers and programs in place to help those who cannot afford the new, more expensive inhalers.

Generic Pulmicort

As this selection from the eMedTV archives explains, generic Pulmicort Respules are now available. It is not known when Pulmicort Flexhalers will become available in generic form. This article takes a look at why this is the case.

Generic Qvar

There are currently no generic Qvar inhalers available on the market. This eMedTV resource explains when a generic version of Qvar is expected to become available and discusses the difference between a "generic name" of a drug and its generic version.

Generic Symbicort

Generic Symbicort is not expected to be available until September 2012 at the earliest. This eMedTV page discusses why it is not yet available in generic form and explains the difference between a "generic name" of a drug and the generic form.

Generic Ventolin

A generic version of Ventolin won't be available until at least October 2015. This eMedTV article explains that if you can't afford brand-name Ventolin (or any of the other new inhalers), there are programs that may be able to help you pay for them.

Generic Vospire ER

Generic Vospire ER is sold under the name Albuterol Sulfate ER tablets. This eMedTV segment lists the companies that manufacture Generic Vospire ER (DAVA Pharmaceuticals and Mylan Pharmaceuticals) and its available strengths (4 mg and 8 mg).

Generic Xolair

Because Xolair is a "biologic" medication, there may never be a generic Xolair. This eMedTV page explains why generic biologics are not manufactured -- and warns against buying any of the fake and potentially dangerous drugs sold as "generic Xolair."

Generic Xopenex

As this eMedTV segment explains, generic Xopenex is currently available, but only in one strength. This article takes a look at who makes this product and when other generic versions could become available.

Generic Zyflo

Generic Zyflo is not yet available on the market. But as this section of the eMedTV Web site explains, as soon as the patent for Zyflo expires in December 2010, several drug companies may begin manufacturing a generic form of Zyflo.

Generic Zyflo CR

As this eMedTV page explains, the earliest date that a generic Zyflo CR drug could become available is December 2010, when the first patent for the drug expires. This page also covers circumstances that could push this date past 2010.

Information About Asthma

Information on Albuterol Tablets

Is Pycnogenol Safe?

Many people may wonder, "Is Pycnogenol safe?" This part of the eMedTV archives addresses this question and takes an in-depth look at several Pycnogenol safety concerns. This article also explains who should not use this dietary supplement.

Levalbuterol HFA

Levalbuterol HFA is a prescription inhaler that is used to treat airway spasms caused by asthma or COPD. This eMedTV segment further discusses the drug's uses, explains how the inhaler works, and describes possible side effects that may occur.

Levalbuterol HFA (Xopenex HFA)

Levalbuterol HFA Dosing

The recommended levalbuterol HFA dosing for treating an asthma attack is two sprays. This part of the eMedTV archives offers other levalbuterol HFA dosage information and explains when and how to use the inhaler.

Living With Asthma

People living with asthma should work with their doctor to design an asthma action plan, avoid asthma triggers, and take medication as needed. This eMedTV article offers advice about how to make living with asthma more manageable.

Maxair

Maxair is commonly prescribed to prevent or treat bronchospasms in people with asthma or COPD. This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at this medication, including approved uses, effects, dosing guidelines, and possible side effects.

Maxair and Breastfeeding

No studies have been done on whether Maxair passes through breast milk. This eMedTV page explains that because of the serious side effects that could potentially occur in the nursing baby, you should talk to your doctor about Maxair and breastfeeding.

Maxair and Depression

Depression is a side effect that may potentially occur with the use of Maxair. This eMedTV page discusses Maxair and depression in more detail and explains what you should do if you develop any depression symptoms while taking the drug.

Maxair and Hair Loss

In previous clinical studies, hair loss was reported in less than 1 percent of people who took Maxair. This eMedTV article explains that if you're taking Maxair and hair loss occurs, you should talk with your healthcare provider.

Maxair and Pregnancy

This eMedTV article explains that if you're taking Maxair and pregnancy occurs, you should let your healthcare provider know. Maxair, which has been classified as a pregnancy Category C medicine, may not be safe for women who are pregnant.

Maxair and Weight Gain

Weight gain appears to be a rare side effect of Maxair. This section of the eMedTV archives explains that if you're taking Maxair and weight gain becomes a problem, you should let your healthcare provider know.

Maxair Asthma Medicine

Maxair is a prescription drug used to prevent or treat airway spasms. As this eMedTV resource explains, Maxair is not only an asthma medicine, as airway spasms can also occur in people with COPD. This medication comes in a special inhaler.

Maxair Autohaler

The Maxair Autohaler is a prescription drug used to prevent or treat airway spasms. This eMedTV segment explains how the inhaler works, describes the effects of this drug, and lists conditions you should tell your doctor about before treatment begins.