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Used out of date asthma inhaler

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fishpeas · 30/01/2018 19:43

I weened off my inhalers a good year a half a go now, I went to doctors today and she checked my peak flow, it was low so she suggested starting up my inhalers again. I got one out the cupboard tonight used it (brown one) and then after though shit better check the date. It expired April 2017 Confused
Will I be okay?
Don't want to sound like a drama queen or ring 111 etc if it's perfectly safe to use one time.

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fishpeas · 30/01/2018 20:17

Bump Blush

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fannythrobbing · 30/01/2018 20:20

You'll be fine, they lose potency over time but don't become poisonous or anything.
If your peak flow is low you'll need a new prescription to ensure you're getting the dosage you need.

fishpeas · 30/01/2018 20:24

Thank you Smile had a little panic for a minute! I'll ring up in morning for new prescription

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