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Some people who use inhaled steroids may experience vocal hoarseness, referred to as dysphonia. This side effect can occur due to the drug's effect on the muscles of the vocal cords. Dysphonia affects more than 30% of people on steroid inhalers, although the symptom tends to be mild and pose no long term risks.
- Can asthma inhalers affect your throat?
- Does Ventolin cause hoarseness?
- Can steroid inhalers cause sore throat?
Can asthma inhalers affect your throat?
Some asthma inhalers may also cause a sore throat as a side effect – especially the steroid-based 'preventer' inhalers, which are usually brown or orange in colour. Powder in the inhaler impacts against the back of the throat during inhalation, which can reduce the throat's ability to fight infections.
Does Ventolin cause hoarseness?
Cases of paradoxical bronchospasm, hoarseness, arrhythmias (including atrial fibrillation, supraventricular tachycardia), and hypersensitivity reactions (including urticaria, angioedema, rash) have been reported after the use of VENTOLIN HFA.
Can steroid inhalers cause sore throat?
Side effects of steroid inhalers
Steroid inhalers usually cause few or no side effects if used correctly and at normal doses. Some people get: a sore mouth or throat. a hoarse or croaky voice.
