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Why Do I Need to Rinse My Mouth After Using an Inhaler?

AAFA's Ask the Allergist Service 10/17/229:42 AM

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I’m told to rinse my mouth after using my orange inhaler (Alvesco). I don’t understand the reason… would you be able to explain?

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It is very important to rinse out the mouth after using asthma inhalers that contain corticosteroids. Alvesco does contain corticosteroid. Rinsing will prevent irritation and inflammation in the mouth that can be caused by the corticosteroid. It will also help to prevent the development of thrush. Thrush is a fungal infection that can occur with the use of these types of inhalers.

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Priti ghadage-sawaleMember

Yes that's true at the same inhaled corticosteroids make ur mouth and throat dry and can change ur texture of ur voice making it heavier

10/18/222:37 PM

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