A 73-year-old with COPD on LABA/LAMA has eosinophils 80/µL and recurrent exacerbations due to bronchitis. Which non‑ICS add‑on is sometimes considered...

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A 73-year-old with COPD on LABA/LAMA has eosinophils 80/µL and recurrent exacerbations due to bronchitis. Which non‑ICS add‑on is sometimes considered?

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Long‑term macrolide prophylaxis (e.g., azithromycin)

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Chronic oral steroids

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Montelukast

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Theophylline first‑line

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No therapy

us-abfm MCQ (SBA): COPD-Exacerbation Prevention

A 73-year-old with COPD on LABA/LAMA has eosinophils 80/µL and recurrent exacerbations due to bronchitis. Which non‑ICS add‑on is sometimes considered?