Written Asthma Action Plan (WAAP)

When you are well Use

• No cough

• No wheezing

• No breathlessness

• No chest tightness

• No night-time asthma symptoms

• Before exercise

• Occasional symptoms of asthma

Reliever 2 puffs When necessary

When you have one of the following: Take the following medicine for next 7 to 14 days. If your condition has improved, go back to Green Zone.

CAUTION

• Night-time asthma symptoms

• Day-time asthma symptoms for more than two times a week

• Asthma symptoms limiting your activities or exercise

• Use of reliever inhaler for more than two times a week

1. Symbicort / DuoResp (Controller) puffs times a day DO NOT exceed 12 puffs a day for adults (Controller + Reliever)

2. Symbicort / DuoResp (Reliever)

Additional 1 puff when necessary. Do not take more than 6 puffs at any one time.

For adults only – if you see no improvement after 48 hours, add: Prednisolone Tablet mg per day days

DANGER Get help when you encounter:

• Difficulty breathing and/or speaking

• Wheezing or chest tightness

• No improvement after taking the medications in yellow zone

See your doctor now! DO NOT WAIT

1. Reliever 4 puffs at 10 to 20 minutes interval till you get to the nearest clinic or hospital

2. Take Prednisolone mg immediately (if not taken yet) Call 995 for an ambulance if needed

Disclaimer: All information contained herein is intended for your general information only and is not a substitute for medical advice for treatment of asthma. If you have specific questions, consult your doctor.

Yishun Health is a network of medical institutions and health facilities in the north of Singapore, under the National Healthcare Group. Admiralty Medical Centre • (65) 6807 8000 • www.admiraltymedicalcentre.com.sg

Khoo Teck Puat Hospital • (65) 6555 8000 • www.ktph.com.sg Yishun Community Hospital • (65) 6807 8800 • www.yishuncommunityhospital.com.sg

The information is correct at the time of printing and subject to revision without further notice. GM.IE.02.0423