Apparently it can be used for copd, always thought it was just for asthma,
so I started using it again yesterday and so far, so good, ie. no side effects -
we'll see how it goes. After doing a bit of research regarding Albuterol aka
Ventolin I discovered that it can deplete your calcium, magnesium and
potassium levels. Can't seem to find out anywhere how much potassium
one needs on a daily basis. Does anyone out there take potassium
supplements? If so, how much? Thanks.
I was told there was no point in using it unless one had asthma related COPD, which I don't have.
It'd be better to eat more fresh vegies than take potassium supplements: I don't feel like googling right this minute, for I do know bananas are high in potassium and I think one a day is enough.
Calcium is a problem if you've had a heart attack as I have: I've been told not to take calcium supplements ever again and also to cut down on dairy, which I have. The final straw was the cardiologist telling me I had to stop eating yoghurt! I researched it and t was some very small study so I took no notice and am still eating my plain yoghurt most days, as I've been doing since long before it was widely available.
I've been on ventalin since 1992. And no problems I have asthma based copd ,
Thanks Jude. Going to have to try and get in to see the gp and maybe
get onto a different inhaler. My copd is related to chronic bronchitis
growing up. I did google about supplements, just couldn't seem to find
anything regarding how much potassium to take. Your'e right Jude,
better to get nutrients from the foods we eat. Thanks again.
Thanks Nanny.