04/09/2026
Would you know what to do if someone was having an asthma attack?
Asthma attacks can be life-threatening, so acting quickly is important:
✅ Sit upright and try to remain calm
✅ Use a reliever inhaler if available
✅ For a blue inhaler, take one puff every 30 to 60 seconds, up to 10 puffs
✅ For an AIR or MART inhaler, take one puff every one to three minutes, up to six puffs
✅ Follow the person’s asthma action plan if it gives different instructions
Call 999 if symptoms worsen, the maximum dose does not help or no inhaler is available.
Read the full guidance: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/asthma/