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Can GERD make asthma worse even with regular inhaler use?

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Hello doctor,

I have been suffering from asthma for the last three years. I am using Formonide 200 two puffs two times daily. I have also been suffering from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) for the past seven years. Now, I only take Pantacid 40 as and when required. It is my question. Is it a perfect prescription for me?

Kindly guide.
Answered by Dr. Harsha D. S

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Dr. Harsha D. S has 14 years of experience treating patients with respiratory disorders. He finished his MBBS at Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, and MD in Respiratory Medicine at A. J Institute of medical sciences. He works in A. J Hospital and Research Centre, Kuntikana, Mangalore.

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Hello,

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A Formamide inhaler is a good medicine for asthma. Is that dose right for you or not? Depends on your level of asthma control. If it is well controlled, it can be continued. However, if, over the last three months, your symptoms were well controlled, you may be able to come down with the inhaler dose. I would suggest you get in touch with your pulmonologist for this. If your GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) symptoms are only occasional, taking Pantacid as and when needed shall suffice.

I hope this helps.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At October 28, 2018
Reviewed At December 11, 2025

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MBBS

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Dr. Harsha D. S has 14 years of experience treating patients with respiratory disorders. He finished his MBBS at Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, and MD in Respiratory Medicine at A. J Institute of medical sciences. He works in A. J Hospital and Research Centre, Kuntikana, Mangalore.

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