Aersurpa May Prove Beneficial For Some Asthmatics

In the realm of severe asthma, it's not just me navigating the challenges at work. I share the space with a doctor friend who, like me, battles the complexities of this condition both as a professional and a patient. Recently, our conversations veered towards the Symbicort Smart program, now FDA-approved.

This groundbreaking initiative allows doctors to prescribe Symbicort not just as a controller inhaler but also as a rescue inhaler, permitting usage up to 8 times per day. It's a game-changer, breaking free from the previous notion that Symbicort should be restricted to twice-daily use due to safety concerns, an opinion held by many, including some of my coworkers.

However, with its proven safety and efficacy in Europe over the years, the Symbicort Smart program is reshaping perspectives. My doctor friend, sharing the sentiment, hinted at a possibility—integrating this innovative approach into inpatient care. A shift in the winds of asthma management, indeed.

Shifting opinions in the medical field can indeed feel like navigating through a sea of entrenched beliefs. Dogma, deeply rooted, often proves resistant to change. Convincing your coworkers to reevaluate their stance on Symbicort may require a careful blend of evidence, open dialogue, and perhaps a touch of patience. 

Sharing success stories, presenting the FDA approval, and highlighting the positive outcomes experienced by patients using the Symbicort Smart program might be persuasive points to introduce. A gradual approach, fostering discussions, and addressing concerns one at a time could be the key to breaking through the walls of dogma.

What I learned that makes the Symbicort Smart program beneficial for severe asthmatics is the idea that,j when they need a puff of Albuterol, they may also benefit from getting a puf of steroid as well. This is something I have found helpful in my asthma past, as I also have a Flovent inhaler to use when I use my Albuterol inhaler. And this has proven helpful, especially when I am experiencing asthma difficulties. 

The recent FDA approval of the Aerospire inhaler brings forth another avenue for asthmatics seeking a combination of steroid and Albuterol in their rescue inhaler. Similar to the Symbicort Smart program, this inhaler offers a steroid boost with each puff of Albuterol, providing potential relief for those grappling with asthma symptoms. 

While its availability at your workplace remains uncertain, the option to discuss it with your doctor and explore its potential benefits stands open. Convincing a medical community entrenched in dogma may pose a challenge, but with time, evidence, and open dialogue, perceptions could shift towards recognizing this as a valuable addition to asthma management.

I am not aware that Aersurpa will become available at my place of employment. I ;am also unaware if my insurance will pay for it. Still, if you think you would benefit from an extra dose of steroid while using your rescue inhaler, your doctor can also prescribe you a steroid inhaler, like Flovent. This is what I did in my asthma past two help me navigate flare-ups. 

What do you think?