Could my husband's smoking and drinking, or our use of asthma inhalers (my formoterol fumarate and budesonide inhaler and his occasional Asthalin), be the reason we are having trouble getting pregnant after a year of trying?
Your asthma inhalers?formoterol fumarate, budesonide, and his Asthalin (salbutamol)?are generally safe and unlikely to affect your fertility. However, your husband's smoking and drinking can significantly impact sperm quality, count, and motility, making it harder to get pregnant. Since you have been trying for a year, it is a wonderful time to consult a fertility specialist or your gynecologist for a routine evaluation. Gently reducing alcohol and quitting smoking can also greatly improve your chances.