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Advair diskus did not work for me, despite high hopes for its success. I know other people who love it and obtained excellent results but I found that my asthma symptoms almost worsened when I was using the product. I tried it on two or three separate occasions and each time had to stop using it to go back to another more helpful product.

I am a life long asthma sufferer. I had exercise induced asthma and was dependent on rescue type inhalers which always made me feel like I needed a crutch just to get through the day. My frequent attacks were very depressing.
My doctor switched me to twice a day Advair and from the first use, I felt my lungs, and my world open up. I am down 10 pounds from my heaviest, I ride bicycle marathons with no issue, and I have recently been able to cut my Advair use in half, with no need for my rescue inhaler. The only side affect was my increased stamina. This is the closest thing to a cure for asthma that I could imagine.

Before my doctor prescribed Advair for treatment of my asthma, I was using my rescue inhaler up to 4 times each day and waking up with wheezing. Since I began using Advair 2 years ago I have had fewer symptoms and am only using my rescue inhaler as needed, mostly once a week. It was lifechanging! And a great relief.

Allergies were always a problem when I tried to participate in outdoor activities. After it got worse and worse, my doctor did a full evaluation and found an underling asthma condition. He suggested Avair Diskus. Just once a day and I can enjoy all the outside activities the rest of my family enjoy.

The inhaler is easy to use and the countdown feature mean I never worry about running out.

Advair discus is a pretty convenient way to control moderate asthma. Unfortunately, it doesn't replace the need for your rescue inhaler (which is albuterol for me), because it is not fast acting.
However, I found that even after just a few days of taking advair, I seldom (if ever) needed to use my rescue inhaler. It is, however, a rather expensive choice for asthma medication, even if you have insurance. Sporadic use can be dangerous, because it can actually cause asthma symptoms to become worse in the short term.

Although I sometimes only use it once a day, Advair has mostly controlled my symptoms. In the past year, I've used a rescue inhaler 3 or 4 times. I've not had any side effects that I know of. It is simple to use & convenient to transport (keeps the mouthpiece clean).

Have been diagnosed several times in life with viral induced asthma which goes away relatively quickly with some allergy relief meds and a regular inhaler. This last time I was given advair and unfortunately it made me miserable. The sore throat along with my already worn out immune system allowed me to get strep. I ended up sick for 4 more weeks with a secondary infection. I will not use this product again.

I was given Advair as a substitute for my regular inhaler. My allergist thought that some of my problems with allergies may actually be asthma related as my mother and son both have asthma. The first time that I used Advair, I thought that I experienced some relief, but after two weeks felt no relief whatsoever. I returned to my regular allergy medication with great success. I actually had some dizziness and raw throat when I used this medication. My son was prescribed Advair, but he did not have any better experience than I did and returned to his regular inhaler.

As a high school and collegiate athlete, my performance was occasionally hampered by exercise-induced moderate asthma. After using Advair every day for a few months, I began to notice a stark difference in my endurance and rarely had any asthma attacks. This is the best asthma controlling medication that i've encountered. I'd just caution people not to get complacent and stop the use of Advair because their asthma seems under control. Whenever I experiment with idea of discontinuing it, I usually begin to notice a difference within a few weeks.

It's a great medication, just remember to rinse your mouth after using it to avoid getting thrush.

Advair made the difference between getting a full night’s sleep, and waking up at 3:00 AM every night to reach for my inhaler. I used it for several years, until I found out that I had nasal polyps that were triggering my endless asthma flare-ups. After getting my sinus issues treated, I no longer need asthma control medication, at least not now.

While I was having constant attacks, Advair gave me my life back. Without it, I needed my rescue inhaler every four hours most of the time. Taking this medicine when I needed it allowed me to resume a normal life.

However, I did seem to be more prone to catching every cold virus my kids brought home while on this medication. My immune system seemed not to work as well. You may need to be careful when you are around sick people while on this drug.

I was given this disk for slight asthma. My asthma isn't even bad enough to worry with an inhaler any more than maybe 2 weeks of the year. The doctor prescribed this saying I needed to take it every day even if I had no symptoms. After taking the medication, my asthma would become worse and I had to stop running cross country because of the side effects

This is the best asthma treatment I have ever used. Prior to taking Advair I would have to go to the ER several times per year. After Advair I haven't been once. I play ice hockey, lacross, and run cross country. Without Advair that wouldn't be possible. The only side effect was a raspy voice.

I have been an Advair user for at least five years. Basically, with me, Advair is a drug I need to remain on indefinitely. I can stop using Advair - I'll be okay for about two years - and then I'll end up in the hospital. So, I NEED Advair. Before a drug like Advair, asthma sufferings were stuck with inhalers that were just temporary relief sources. Advair is different. I take one puff a day (down from two) and I can breathe normally all the time - including when I run, since I am a runner. Advair has changed my life. I no longer fear that I will have an asthma attack. I no longer have to carry inhalers with me. The only side effect of Advair is that you must make sure you rinse out your mouth and brush your teeth after every puff.

This is by far the best asthma controller I have used. The drug has changed my life by controlling my asthma to a degree that it no longer affects my life from day to day.

I have never had any side effects from this medication, and continue to use it to this day.