Which two medications are commonly inhaled for the treatment of asthma?

Albuterol and Flovent are both commonly prescribed inhaled medications specifically used in the treatment of asthma. Albuterol is a short-acting beta-agonist (SABA) that acts as a bronchodilator, providing rapid relief from asthma symptoms by relaxing the muscles of the airways. It is often used as a "rescue" inhaler for immediate relief during an asthma attack.

Flovent, on the other hand, is an inhaled corticosteroid that helps to reduce inflammation in the airways, providing longer-term control of asthma symptoms and preventing exacerbations. It is used on a regular basis to manage persistent asthma.

Together, these medications target the immediate and underlying inflammatory processes associated with asthma, making them essential components of asthma management. The other options include medications that are not used for asthma treatment; they target different health conditions unrelated to respiratory issues. For example, Metformin and Lisinopril are used for diabetes and hypertension, respectively, while Zafirlukast is a leukotriene receptor antagonist that is not typically inhaled, and Aspirin is primarily an analgesic. Levothyroxine and Atorvastatin are used for thyroid hormone replacement and cholesterol management, respectively, further underscoring that those options