Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
Top News
Top News
Health

Asthma Medication Shortage Puts Children At Risk

Removal of Flovent from the market by GSK impacts families.

Access to essential asthma medication for children has become a growing concern for families across the United States. The recent removal of the branded asthma drug Flovent from the market by British drug giant GSK has left many families in a difficult situation. The replacement, an authorized generic form of Flovent, comes at a high cost that is not covered by insurance for many families.

For children with asthma, preventive medication like Flovent is crucial to keep their condition under control and prevent asthma attacks triggered by various factors. However, the high cost of asthma drugs, particularly for the youngest children who require daily inhalers, has become a significant barrier for many families.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.