Relievers – long acting (LABA)

These Long Acting Beta Agonist (LABA) relievers work in a similar way to the short acting bronchodilators but as the name suggest, their effect lasts for longer, between 12 – 24 hours. depending on drug. Please note: These are the most commonly used inhalers at the time of publication of this website. If you do […]

Antibody treatment – Omalizumab

Omalizumab is an Anti IgE monoclonal antibody. It is licensed for use only in adults and children over 6 yrs. It may be considered as therapy only if you: Have impaired lung function. Have frequent asthma attacks and are symptomatic. Are taking high-dose steroid inhalers and Long-acting beta receptor antagonists which last for up to 12 hours. […]