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      Asthma: Using a Diskus inhaler

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      A Diskus inhaler delivers asthma medicine in powder form. Learn how to properly use a Diskus inhaler.

      How to use a Diskus inhaler

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      A Diskus inhaler delivers medication in powder form. Learn how to properly use a Diskus inhaler.

      Asthma

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      Asthma is a condition that affects the lungs. Learn about the signs and symptoms, treatment and what to do after an asthma attack.

      Asthma: Overview and care​

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      Asthma is a condition that affects your child’s lungs. Learn about how to care for your child after a hospital visit.

      Salbutamol by inhalation

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      Your child needs to take the medicine called salbutamol. This information sheet explains what salbutamol does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

      Fluticasone

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      Your child needs to take the medicine called fluticasone. This information sheet explains what fluticasone does, how to give it, and what side effects, or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

      Asthma: Using a metered-dose inhaler (MDI) with a spacer

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      Inhalers should always be used with a spacer, or aerosol-holding chamber. Learn how to use and administer a metered-dose inhaler with a spacer.

      Asthma: Using a Turbuhaler

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      A Turbuhaler delivers asthma medicine in powder form. Learn how to properly use a Turbuhaler.

      Salmeterol

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      Your child needs to take the medicine called salmeterol. This information sheet explains what salmeterol does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

      Living with asthma

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      Optimizing your child’s asthma management can help them lead a normal, healthy life. Learn about asthma triggers, exercising with asthma, and asthma management at school.

      Beclomethasone for inhalation

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      Your child needs to take the medicine called beclomethasone. This information sheet explains what beclomethasone does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

      How to take medication with a puffer using a spacer with a mouthpiece

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      Puffers should always be used with a spacer. Learn how to take medication with a puffer using a spacer with a mouthpiece.

      Metered-dose inhaler (MDI) dose counter tool

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      Access a counting tool to record how many doses are left in your child’s metered-dose inhaler (MDI).

      Terbutaline

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      Your child needs to take the medicine called terbutaline. This information sheet explains what terbutaline does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

      Budesonide for inhalation

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      Your child needs to take the medicine called budesonide. This information sheet explains what budesonide does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

      What to do before scoliosis surgery

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      Find out what should be done prior to having an operation for scoliosis, such as when to stop eating and what to bring to the hospital.

      Sodium Cromoglycate for Inhalation

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      Your child needs to take the medicine called sodium cromoglycate. This information sheet explains what sodium cromoglycate does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

      How to use a Turbuhaler

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      A Turbuhaler delivers medication in powder form. Learn how to properly use a Turbuhaler.

      Montelukast

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      Your child needs to take the medicine called montelukast. This information sheet explains what montelukast does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

      Incentive spirometry or bubbles: Encouraging deep breathing to clear the lungs

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      Learn how your child can exercise their lungs to reduce the risk of breathing problems.

      Second-hand smoke

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      Second-hand smoke is harmful for babies and children. Learn tips on keeping your home 100% smoke-free.

      Ipratropium

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      Your child needs to have the medicine called ipratropium. This information sheet explains what ipratropium does, how it is given, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

      Urticaria pigmentosa

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      Urticaria pigmentosa is a harmless condition that produces red-brown spots or bumps on the skin. Learn how it is caused, diagnosed and treated.

      Medications, alcohol and cannabis in breastfeeding

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      Learn about the potential effects of using alcohol or cannabis/marijuana while breastfeeding and how to maximize safety when using medications or supplements.

      Seasonal allergies

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      Learn about common symptoms and treatments for seasonal allergies.

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