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It depends on severity. see a pulmonologist (lung doctor) for a prescription. The short answer is Yes. Spiriva is a anticholinergic and works in the large airways. It is important in COPD to address bronchomotor tone. Spiriva does this by blocking the muscarinic receptors. Advair contains two agents in one. In short, Advair addresses the inflamation component of COPD. The two together are considered the "one two punch" in this disease state. The person who gave the first answer is correct. Seeing a pulmonologist is the best bet. Your primary care physician would have no problem prescribing this therapy and should put a COPD patient on the two way before you have to see a pulmonologist if he is on top of current therapy. You should also have a rescue therapy such as albuterol on hand. In the severe stages of COPD oxygen could also be used.
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What is the treatment for COPD?
Answer 1 is a must in this disease state. COPD is best looked at from a standpoint of finding out what stage the patient is in. For example, is the patient at the Mild, Moderate, or Severe stage of COPD? The best studied therapy is to add an anticholenergic (Spiriva) in the Moderate stage. Next added to the Spiriva would be a combination of a beta2 agonist combined with a steroid (Advair). Spiriva and Advair are considered the "one two punch" in this disease state. The severe stage would include both plus the possible addition of oxygen. Many patients will continue to smoke, but the absolute cessation of smoking will help greatly. More and more cases are poping up of patients who have never smoked, but are now diagnosed with COPD. Good luck. COPD is treatable, but does not go away. It is a progressive disease that can be managed if treatment guidelines are addressed aggressively. stop moking
Is spiriva the right medication for asthma?
No. Spiriva is prescribed for COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulminary Disease) not asthma. Follow the link.
What does Spiriva do?
Spiriva is a bronchodilator (opens the bronchioles) used to prevent the symptoms of bronchospasm caused by emphysema, chronic bronchitis, or COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Can Advair be taken longterm?
Yes, there is no problem. It is often used for asthmatics and COPD.
Who makes spiriva?
Spiriva is manufactured by Boehringer Ingelheim, a German pharmaceutical company. It is a medication used for the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma. Spiriva contains the active ingredient tiotropium, which helps open the airways to improve breathing.
What are the treatments for copd?
ask for meds that dilate the bronchial tree to aid in easier breathing. The answer is Spiriva and Advair for Moderate to Severe stages. Oxygen is also added to the Severe stages depending on disease severity.
What is the best medicine for copd?
Answer 1 is a must in this disease state. COPD is best looked at from a standpoint of finding out what stage the patient is in. For example, is the patient at the Mild, Moderate, or Severe stage of COPD? The best studied therapy is to add an anticholenergic (Spiriva) in the Moderate stage. Next added to the Spiriva would be a combination of a beta2 agonist combined with a steroid (Advair). Spiriva and Advair are considered the "one two punch" in this disease state. The severe stage would include both plus the possible addition of oxygen. Many patients will continue to smoke, but the absolute cessation of smoking will help greatly. More and more cases are poping up of patients who have never smoked, but are now diagnosed with COPD. Good luck. COPD is treatable, but does not go away. It is a progressive disease that can be managed if treatment guidelines are addressed aggressively. stop moking
How do you treat lung dieses?
If it is COPD emphysema pulmonary fibrosis... Its preventing the disease from getting worse and comfort actions. quit smoking. albuterol inhalers to help open the lungs inhaled steroids like advair to reduce inflamation. sometimes lung transplant is an option. Asthma- knowing triggers and preventing attacks. albuterol when there is an attack. advair if chronic breathing issues. Cystic fibrosis- antibiotic therapy. mucus clearing therapy, transplant. chronic bronchitis- quit smoking . albuterol. oxygen
What is the best, most effective kind of COPD treatment and why?
The best most effective treatment of copd is to quit smoking. Other treatments include medications such as bronchodilators, inhaled corticosteriods, and antibiotics. Some people do home oxygen therapy and pulmonary rehabilitation.
What order do you take ventolin and advair?
Ventolin (albuterol) is a quick-relief bronchodilator typically used as needed for acute symptoms, while Advair (fluticasone/salmeterol) is a maintenance medication taken regularly to control asthma or COPD. It's generally recommended to use Ventolin first to open the airways, followed by Advair for ongoing control. Always consult your healthcare provider for personalized advice on medication timing and usage.
What conditions require respiratory therapy?
Respiratory therapy is used in the treatment of breathing disorders. Some such disorders include asthma, COPD, emphysema, and bronchitis.
Does someone need oxygen therapy when he or she is on medications?
Oxygen therapy is provided to those who suffer from acute or chronic conditions such as COPD. Oxygen therapy is done in association with other medical treatment which can include other medications.
