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For US Residents
Treating asthma
Rescue, routine, and add-on treatments
There are so many ways to manage asthma. If you’re currently on treatment and experiencing ongoing frustration with frequent symptoms, it might be time to talk to your doctor about an option that addresses underlying inflammation.
Explore biologics—a more targeted treatment
Biologics are add-on treatments designed to target specific parts of the immune system that play a role in the inflammation that may be behind your asthma.
Asthma treatments: A breakdown
The best way to treat asthma varies from person to person. Many people with asthma use a combination of quick-relief and control medications.
Each medication has certain risks and side effects; your healthcare provider will discuss these with you when determining the right treatments for you.
Quick-relief medications
Quick-relief medications treat sudden asthma symptoms and should be accessible at all times.
Short-acting bronchodilators (SABAs) are used for all types of asthma to quickly relax airways and relieve symptoms of attacks. They can be delivered with an inhaler or nebulizer.
Oral corticosteroids (OCS)
Oral corticosteroids are a common treatment for asthma flare-ups; extended use of OCS may lead to an increased risk of side effects.
Control medications
Unlike quick-relief medications that are used to ease symptoms on the spot, control medications are used to prevent symptoms and can come in the form of pills, inhalers, or injections.
Inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) are used for mild or severe asthma and reduce airway sensitivity to prevent attacks. ICS can be combined with other medications.
Long-acting bronchodilators (LABAs & LAMAs) can be used for all types of asthma. They help open airways by relaxing muscles. LABAs are always paired with inhaled corticosteroids, while LAMAs are taken alongside a LABA or inhaled corticosteroids.
Biologic injections offer a different way to treat asthma. They’re used as an add-on therapy for more severe cases of asthma and target certain parts of the immune system to help control inflammation.
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