It goes directly to the breathing tubes and lungs . Some people use an inhaler only when they are encountering a situation that might trigger an attack. Others must use them each day. It works like a vaporizer or humidifier and produces a medicated mist that is breathed in, usually using a face mask. This drug acts on the immune system to control inflammation and swelling of the bronchial tubes.
Corticosteroids come as pills or injections or in special inhalers or nasal sprays.
If you have allergic asthma, you may be given a series of allergy shots. You will be given increasingly larger doses of the allergen that triggers your attacks. This gradually lessens sensitivity to the allergen. It is important that you contact your physician at the first signs that your inhaler or medication is not working. This can prevent a more serious attack.