Know Your Signs and Symptoms
• Coughing, sneezing, itchy throat • Tight chest, wheeze • Shortness of breath • Wake up at night • Fast heartbeat and breathing • Headache
Take Action
• Work with your provider to develop an action plan.
• Learn what your warning signs are.
• When you feel an attack coming:
1. Get away from the trigger that started your attack.
2. Take a quick-relief medicine, up to 3 treatments of 2 to 4 puffs, 20 minutes apart. Check your peak flow first and before each additional dose.
3. If you still have wheezing and shortness of breath, get emergency help from your provider.
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