A bronchodilator that relaxes the muscles around the airways. It's used as a quick relief or rescue medication.

The Allergy & Asthma Network provides educational materials on asthma and allergy for parents, kids and schools.

The American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology provides information and resources about allergies and asthma for patients and families.

Parents can work with their child, her physician and school personnel to keep asthma from interfering with normal school activities.

Asthma is a chronic lung disease. Learn about its symptoms and how it's diagnosed and treated at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

Parents can help their teens better manage their asthma by following tips provided by experts at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

Lists the most common asthma triggers to avoid. Available in English and Spanish.

Making a few changes around your home can help you limit your child's exposure to common asthma triggers and allergens, such as pet dander, dust mites, and mold.

An anti-inflammatory, inhaled corticosteroid used to decrease swelling and mucus in the airways.

Get step-by-step instructions for helping your child use a metered dose inhaler (MDI) with a spacer to treat asthma.