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In response to reader concerns, I would like to revisit the issue of the efficacy of the new, ‘environmentally friendly' hydrofluoroalkane (HFA) propelled quick relief inhalers, especially albuterol. In accordance with the Montreal Protocol, all chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) propelled presc...
Fred,
This is an excellent analysis of a very anxiety-producing topic. As an asthmatic who has had to switch over to the HFA inhalers in both my controller medicine and my quick-relief inhaler, I really appreciate your factual and comprehensive analysis of the issues.
Thanks,
Kathi
Kathi,
Thanks for your thoughts. This is indeed not only a source of anxiety for many asthma sufferers but also, as I have found out, an extremely controversial issue.
FL
It is a very controversial issue and it has led to much un-due stree to asthmatics. I have tried all of the new HFA inhalers. Proair is the worst. Not one helps open my airway. I've had to basically rely on my nebulizer now. I found this site in a google search. Very good info, I think.
http://www.savecfcinhalers.org/
Explains just how 'controversial' this is and how to help get the CFC inhalers back.
Nikki