The treatment for wheezing depends on the underlying cause.

Treatment for wheezing may include:

• Inhaled bronchodilators:
• Inhaled medications that open the air passages
• Oral medications that reduce swelling of the air passages:
• Corticosteroids

General treatment for wheezing includes:

• Relax and remain calm.
• Remain in a sitting position: do not lay down.
• Use an inhaler or nebulizer as directed.
• Measure peak expiratory flow rate after treatment.
• Seek medical care if:
• Symptoms worsen
• Symptoms do not improve with treatment

For more information:

• Asthma treatment
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease treatment
• Allergic reactions treatment
• Chronic bronchitis treatment
• Croup treatment
• Bronchiolitis treatment