How does asthma medication help?

Asthma medication helps by reducing inflammation in the airways, relaxing bronchial muscles, and preventing or relieving symptoms like wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath. There are two main types: long-term control medications, such as inhaled corticosteroids, which help manage asthma over time, and quick-relief (rescue) inhalers, which provide immediate relief during an asthma attack. By effectively managing these symptoms, asthma medications improve lung function and enhance the quality of life for individuals with asthma.