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HFA Inhalers

John of Zimmerman, MN November 16, 2009

I new something was wrong the very first time I had to use the Proair HFA inhaler. It never relieves any of the astma symptoms, it feels like it made it worse. I have contacted the FDA and am going to fill out a complaint form. This is the only step I have taken and I am not sure what to do next.

My throat never felt normal since taking this inhaler. I have shortness of breath and my throat was constricting. My wife had to bring me to the hospital because I couldn't breath. This began the process of tests and finally they did an endoscopy. They found that I have Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EE), which is an allergic inflammatory disease. The doctor said it was one of the worse cases he has seen. They also found out I am allergic to CORN (which ethanol is made from)! Everytime I ate corn my throat restricted and then it caused me to have panic attacks. Now I am suffering from panic attacks twice daily.

I quit corn and the ProAir and the doctors are hoping for my esophagus to heal. I have NEVER had so many problems until taking Proair. I feel tired all the time and out of breath over every little thing I do. They put me on Flovent, but it doesn't help for asthma attacks, it is suppose to help to clear the EE and it doesn't have ethanol. If you want more specific details, please call me. Thank you

Diana of Mattapan , MA November 16, 2009

Proair inhaler is a rip off. it more costly, does not work and actually it makes you wheeze even more when your in distress. I may be better for going green but does it really help the asthmatics in need. Why not let the people who need to use certain types of inhalers trial it first before we the asthatic in facts have to just accept something and pay more for an inhaler that does not work at all/and defects.

with the proair inhaler at times you need to pump it more then twice in order for it to work. The physical damage is you need to take at least 3 puffs of the proair inhaler and get rapid heart palpatations and the inhaler doesnt even relief your asthmaic systems

Richard of Kenbridge, VA November 15, 2009

I have breathing difficulties, which I have had for many years. I was switched to a more "environmentally friendly" product over a year ago. The problem with these ProAir inhalers is THERE IS HARDLY ANY PRODUCT IN THEM. I don't smoke, but I would equate the problem to buying new cigarette lighters that are only good for about 5 lights(maximum) each. I have even had prescriptions filled and they didn't last through 5 puffs. Never had that problem with the older inhalers.

I have insurance, but SOMEBODY is getting ripped-off with these things! I feel sorry for individuals with worse breathing problems than I have, because if this particular brand is being depended-on for a life-and-death situation, God help them!!! I wanted to e-mail the company directly, but, as might be suspected, they don't offer that option.

Kristi of Winnemucca, NV November 12, 2009

I have been prescribed an inhaler over the past 3 years. I was first given the Warwick brand which worked fantastic. Early 2009 was the first time I was given the Pro-Air which I found to not work as well. Recently I was in need to go back on the inhaler: went to pharmacy and picked up the new inhaler. Attempted to use it and it malfunctioned every time I depressed the canister. Pharmacist replaced it, continue to have problems with it ejecting medication about 1 out of 5 times. Pharmacist says I need to wash it every time I use it as the new propellant causes a sticky residue to build up. I think it is a bunch of bunk as it would continue to be clogged not work sporadically. I will be lucky if this inhaler lasts a week.

karen of detroit, MI November 8, 2009

PRO AIR INHALERS These inhalers are the worst one on the market. I always run out in about two wks, and my insurance only pays for one a month. My ashama has gotten worse. I recommend a recall on this product.

Dan of Willits, CA November 3, 2009

I have been forced also, by my doctors, to use these new inhalers. In particular I use Pro-Air and Pulmicort. Neither one works for me. I can puff and puff and they always feel empty and there is no relief. Including financial because the price rises almost monthly. I could also go on about the cost of test strips for diabetes but what's the use?

Frank of Hermiston , OR November 1, 2009

FDA Approved inhalers pro air sucks system is always clogging can't get enough and still can't breathe

Maureen of Coram, NY October 29, 2009

I first received the new proair inhaler when I dropped off my script for my cfc albuterol inhaler. I thought it changed just like when I received an armstrong one instead of a warwick. Until I had an attack and couldn't get air. They don't work nearly as well and now I need a nebulizer. I've tried Salbutamol and proventolin and nothing works as well as my old inhaler.

priscilla of dunbar, WV October 23, 2009

I am so disappointed in Proair inhaler The quality and quanntity is next to nothing they last maybe two days you need this medicine to live and there no medicine my nine year cousine is haveing the same problem I pay 25.00 for each inhaler you call customer services and they talk to you like you have two heads I have used inhaler for years and never had this problem I talked with the pharmacist and he saie I should call the manufacture I did and to no avail

Aimee of Pittston, ME October 8, 2009

I was switched over to ProAir HFA last year and am completely 100% dissatisfied with the new "environmentally friendly" product. I have always used my inhaler when I feel a shortness of breath and in the past my old Albuterol inhaler gave me instant relief. This new ProAir HFA inhaler doesn't relieve my shortness of breath at all and to make matters worse, after using it, I actually start wheezing and coughing. ProAir HFA may be environmentally safe but is not safe for my health. And from what I've read I am not alone.