A 66-year-old with COPD GOLD D and frequent exacerbations is on LABA/LAMA. Blood eosinophils 380 cells/µL. Next inhaled step to reduce exacerbations?...

Question

A 66-year-old with COPD GOLD D and frequent exacerbations is on LABA/LAMA. Blood eosinophils 380 cells/µL. Next inhaled step to reduce exacerbations?

Accepted Answer

Add ICS to create triple therapy

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Stop LABA and start ICS monotherapy

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Add theophylline first-line

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Start oral prednisolone maintenance

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Add SABA only

ukmla MCQ (SBA): COPD Exacerbation Prevention