Is Ventolin a Preventer or Reliever?

The Ventolin inhaler is a type of reliever used for the treatment of asthma. You can order Ventolin, a prescription only medicine that contains the bronchodilator salbutamol, from our clinic safely and securely. Ventolin inhalers are blue and come in the standard Evohaler shape.

Which inhaler is the preventer?

Beclometasone inhalers (sometimes called "puffers") are used for asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). They are known as "preventer" inhalers and are often brown or beige. If you have asthma or COPD, they help stop you getting symptoms. Beclometasone inhalers are available on prescription only.

What is the difference between a reliever and a preventer?

Your reliever inhaler treats asthma symptoms quickly when they come on. Your preventer inhaler comes in different colours. You use it every day as prescribed to prevent asthma symptoms. Your preventer inhaler keeps down the inflammation and sensitivity in your airways.