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Side Effects of Steroid Inhalers

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UncomfortableSilence · 08/07/2020 17:42

Asthma diagnosed as a child, haven't used inhalers for years, symptoms seemed to come back mildly so was put on a preventer inhaler, firstly Qvar then DuoResp Spiromax.

Since I started using them I have had so many problems, firstly awful oral thrush now feel like there is always something in my throat, slightly sore glands, bit of a croaky throat, Have been given the oral mouth gel to use but hasn't done much.

I always rinse my mouth after using the inhaler then brush my teeth and use mouthwash. Has anyone else had these problems?

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SirTobyBelch · 08/07/2020 18:41

Buccal candidiasis (thrush) and dysphonia (hoarseness) are the most common side-effects of inhaled steroids www.asthma.org.uk/advice/inhalers-medicines-treatments/inhalers-and-spacers/preventer/#effects.

Have you tried a spacer? Or got the asthma nurse or pharmacist to check how you're using the inhaler? It sounds like too much of the drug is being deposited in your mouth/throat rather than your lungs.

UncomfortableSilence · 08/07/2020 19:04

Yes I have watched videos on correct techniques, the asthma nurse said a spacer can't be used with these types of easi-breathe inhalers.

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