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… your lung from expanding the right way when you try to breathe in. You will likely have shortness of breath and chest pain. A pneumothorax may become deadly if … and may lead to shock. Symptoms may include: Shortness of breath (dyspnea). This may be mild to severe, depending on …
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… Peak expiratory flow, or peak flow, is how much air you breathe out when you try your hardest. You measure peak flow … flow meter , a device that you can use at home. If you can breathe out quickly and with ease, you have a higher number. … and your asthma may not be bothering you. If you can only breathe out slowly and with difficulty, you have a lower …
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… have any very serious side effects, including: slow/shallow breathing A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is … of the face/tongue/throat) severe dizziness trouble breathing This is not a complete list of possible side … disorder (such as overuse of or addiction to drugs/alcohol) breathing problems (such as COPD) This drug may make you …
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… must be used regularly to prevent wheezing and shortness of breath. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as … muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. It also decreases the lungs' response to irritants. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or …
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… must be used regularly to prevent wheezing and shortness of breath. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as … muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. It also decreases the lungs' response to irritants. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or …
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… have any very serious side effects, including: slow/shallow breathing A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is … of the face/tongue/throat) severe dizziness trouble breathing This is not a complete list of possible side … depression, thoughts of suicide) use/abuse of drugs/alcohol breathing problems (such as COPD) This drug may make you …
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… than your body can handle. You will lose control over your breathing, and may lose consciousness. With slowed breathing, less oxygen gets into your blood. This can lead … Not moving The person is not moving and can’t be woken Slow breathing The person is breathing very slowly or not …
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… may become pregnant should not handle this medication or breathe the dust from the tablets. Tell your doctor if your … low red blood cell count (such as unusual tiredness, rapid breathing, pale skin, shortness of breath, fast heartbeat) unusual weight gain new or worsening …