If you are having an asthma attack, or you feel one coming, try these techniques: - Sit up—this helps to open the airways and keep airflow unrestricted - Focus on your breathing, and practice different techniques that can help you to better control your breath - Stay away from triggers, such as: •  Pollen, dust, mold, pet dander •  People with the common cold •  Cold air •  Smoke •  Some drugs, like aspirin, beta-blockers, ibuprofen, and naproxen sodium •  Stress •  Preservatives in foods and drinks - Take some honey to clear phlegm - Drink caffeine to open airways - Use eucalyptus oil - Try mustard oil Only try these methods if suggested by your doctor; there is a possibility that your symptoms may be exacerbated by these, particularly herbs or supplements.   Urgent Care & Wellness Center is dedicated to providing you with all of your asthma-related needs. Call us today. Our asthma treatment clinic, or visit our office conveniently located at 18981 N. Dale Mabry Hwy Lutz, FL 33548. We look forward to serving you! We serve patients from Lutz FL, Land O’ Lakes FL, Cheval FL, Greater Northdale FL, Tampa FL, and Greater Carrollwood FL.