27/11/2025
Important Asthma Management Update π«
New Australian asthma guidelines have changed how we manage asthma for people over 12 years old.
Salbutamol (blue) inhalers should NO LONGER be used as solo treatment for asthma.
Why? Using a blue puffer-only approach doesn't address the underlying inflammation in your airways and can lead to poorly controlled asthma.
We now recommend combination preventer-reliever therapy for better asthma control and reduced risk of flare-ups. It means one puffer for both when you need it, and also to prevent your asthma from getting worse.
If you or someone you care for uses a blue puffer as their only asthma treatment, it's time to chat with your doctor or our one of our Pharmacists about updating your asthma management plan.
Got questions about your asthma medications? Pop in and see us, we're here to help! π