Inhalers cause weight gain?

Do inhalers cause weight gain? Many inhalers contain a low dose of corticosteroids, however this dose is usually too low to cause any significant side effects throughout the body. Inhalers allow the medication to be delivered directly to the airways, where it acts. Most inhaled medication is not absorbed at a significant level in the rest of the body. This is unlike tablets, which need to dissolve in the body's fluids at a sufficient concentration to cause an effect in distant organs. Weight gain directly linked to inhalers would be extremely unlikely. Most often there are other issues at play, such as deconditioning. People with chronic respiratory disease often end up being less and less active due to their symptoms. This in turn leads to muscle wasting and worse capacity to exercise. It is a vicious circle that can be hard to break. Similarly, other concurrent medical problems may contribute to weight gain. 🔗 More info on my website: https://www.toplunghealth.com/ 🎵 Listen to the podcast by searching "Top Lung Health" on your favorite podcast player or by going directly to Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6VMTxUl... Episode 15 - https://open.spotify.com/episode/4iF3... You can support my work on this channel by using YouTube Super Thanks (using the icon below the video) or "buying a coffee" ☕ here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/scstanel #toplunghealth #inhaler ======= Disclaimers: ------------- For all viewers/listeners: The information presented here or in other videos and posts on this channel is not medical advice. These materials reflect general medical knowledge which may not apply to your individual case. If you have health concerns, please see your own doctor or other healthcare provider without delay. For medical professionals: You must use your professional judgement when treating your patients. The information presented in this and other videos/posts on this channel is for general medical education only. It may not apply to all patients or clinical scenarios. =======