How to treat sore throat from inhaler

Powder in the inhaler impacts against the back of the throat during inhalation, which can reduce the throat's ability to fight infections. This can be minimised by rinsing the mouth with water after using the inhaler, and also by using a 'spacer' device to reduce the amount of powder that hits the back of the throat.

1. Can an inhaler give you a sore throat?
2. Should you gargle after using an inhaler?
3. What happens if you don't Rinse your mouth after using an inhaler?
4. How do you treat oral thrush from inhalers?

Can an inhaler give you a sore throat?

Pharyngitis, or inflammation of the back of the throat, is another potential side effect of albuterol inhalers. It can cause sore throat, irritation, and difficulty swallowing. In clinical trials, as many as 14% of folks who took ProAir for 6 weeks experienced pharyngitis.

Should you gargle after using an inhaler?

If you are using a corticosteroid inhaler, gargle and rinse out your mouth with water after use. Do not swallow the water. Swallowing the water will increase the chance that the medicine will get into your bloodstream. This may make it more likely that you will have side effects.

What happens if you don't Rinse your mouth after using an inhaler?

When you breathe in your steroid inhaler medication, a small amount of steroid can stick to your mouth and throat as it makes its way into your lungs to help you breathe. If this small amount of steroid is not rinsed out from the inside of your mouth or throat, it can cause a fungal infection known as thrush.

How do you treat oral thrush from inhalers?

You should see a medical professional if you experience symptoms of oral thrush after using your inhaler. You'll generally be prescribed an antifungal medication.
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However, some commonly prescribed thrush medications include:

1. clotrimazole (Mycelex)
2. miconazole (Oravig)
3. nystatin.
4. fluconazole (Diflucan)