Question

A 52-year-old smoker with chronic cough is categorized into COPD Group E by GOLD. Initial therapy chosen is LAMA/LABA. What is the role of ICS monotherapy in COPD?

Accepted Answer

Not recommended; ICS should not be used as monotherapy in COPD

Answer

Recommended first-line in frequent exacerbators

Answer

Only for COPD without exacerbations

Answer

ICS monotherapy superior to LAMA/LABA

Answer

Mandatory in all COPD with eosinophils >100/µL

Practice question

A 52-year-old smoker with chronic cough is categorized into COPD Group E by GOLD. Initial therapy chosen is LAMA/LABA. What is the role of ICS monotherapy in COPD?