Lung Health

Asthma is a chronic condition affecting people of all ages. Symptoms of asthma can include having trouble breathing, coughing wheezing and tightness in the chest1. There are many different triggers that could lead to an asthma attack, and each vary based on the individual. Triggers can come from your environment, lifestyle, air quality, smoke, exercise, allergies to pollen or dust mites, cold and flu and more1.

It is important when using an asthma puffer to use the correct technique, you can speak to a doctor or pharmacist for advice if you are unsure or need assistance in using it correctly. Puffers can be paired with a spacer to ensure you are receiving the correct dose of medicine and the medicine is getting into the lungs where it is needed the most1.

With asthma affecting 1 in 9 Australians1 it is important to prioritise your overall health and wellbeing. Speak to our friendly pharmacy team for recommendations to improve your overall lung health.