Asthma Inhalers

A bronchodilator inhaler is a Metered-Dose Inhaler (MDI) used to relieve acute asthma symptoms — wheezing, chest tightness, and cough caused by airway constriction. It works by relaxing the smooth muscle around constricted airways, widening passages so air flows more freely. Bronchodilators are reliever medications used as needed — different from controller inhalers that suppress airway inflammation long-term.

Bronchodilator inhalers treat conditions causing airway constriction:

• Asthma — relieves acute attacks and wheezing
• COPD — reduces breathlessness in smokers or emphysema patients
• Exercise-Induced Asthma — used 15-30 min before exercise as prevention
• Acute bronchitis — relieves cough from bronchospasm

If allergic rhinitis triggers your asthma, see /collections/hay-fever and /collections/cetirizine

Bronchodilator inhalers are classified by mechanism and duration:

• SABA — Salbutamol acts in 5-15 min, lasts 4-6 hours, for acute relief
• SAMA — Ipratropium acts in 15-30 min, lasts 4-6 hours
• SAMA + SABA Combo — Ipratropium + Fenoterol dual mechanism, for severe symptoms and COPD
• LABA / LAMA — long-acting 12-24 hours for COPD long-term control, prescription only

Intimo Life carries SABA and SAMA+SABA Combination inhalers for acute relief.

Use a bronchodilator MDI in 7 steps:

1. Shake the canister 4-5 times
2. Remove the cap and check for debris
3. Breathe out fully to empty your lungs
4. Place mouthpiece between lips and seal tightly
5. Breathe in slowly while pressing the canister to release one puff
6. Continue breathing in fully, hold breath 5-10 seconds
7. Exhale slowly and rinse mouth with water; wait 30-60 seconds between puffs

Using a Spacer improves drug delivery — recommended for children and elderly users.

Key differences between the two main formulas at Intimo Life:

• Ventolin Evohaler (Salbutamol) — SABA monotherapy, onset 5 min, lasts 4-6 hours; for general asthma, first-time users, and exercise-induced asthma
• Berodual (Ipratropium + Fenoterol) — SAMA+SABA combo, dual mechanism with longer effect; for severe symptoms, COPD, and elderly with chronic lung disease

Salbutamol suits newly-diagnosed asthma; Berodual suits inadequate SABA response or coexisting COPD. Neither replaces controller inhalers (ICS).

Side effects of bronchodilator inhalers are usually mild and self-limiting:

• Common — hand tremor, palpitations, mild headache, dry throat, or cough; usually resolves in 15-30 min
• Less common — muscle cramps, nausea, dizziness, or insomnia if used near bedtime
• Rare but serious — abnormal heart rate, chest pain, or allergic reaction (rash, facial swelling, worsening breathing) — stop use and seek medical care

Following the recommended dose and rinsing your mouth after each puff helps reduce side effects. See a doctor if symptoms persist.

Safety in special populations:

• Children — Salbutamol can be used from age 4+ (some from age 2) under medical supervision; Spacer recommended. Berodual from age 6+
• Pregnancy — Salbutamol is Category C; can be used when benefits outweigh risks. Asthma control matters because maternal hypoxia affects the baby
• Breastfeeding — small amounts pass into milk; generally safe
• Elderly — usable as normal; caution with heart disease or hyperthyroidism

For atopic eczema with asthma, see /collections/dermatitis

At Intimo Life, you can buy both main bronchodilator formulas:

• Ventolin Evohaler (Salbutamol 100mcg/dose) — SABA, fast-acting; for general asthma and exercise-induced
• Berodual MDI (Ipratropium + Fenoterol) — SAMA+SABA Combo; for severe symptoms and COPD

Ordering is simple:

1. Choose products and add to cart
2. Consult our pharmacist via LINE @intimolife to confirm the right inhaler
3. Complete payment and receive fast delivery in plain packaging

Unsure which formula? Consult our pharmacist before ordering.