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Inhaled corticosteroid mouth care — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A 36-year-old man using budesonide/formoterol twice daily reports a sore mouth and white plaques after starting regular treatment. He asks how to reduce this problem. What would you advise the patient?

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Correct answer: E — Rinse the mouth after inhalation and check inhaler technique

Inhaled corticosteroids can cause oral candidiasis and dysphonia. Rinsing the mouth or brushing teeth after use and using good technique reduces local adverse effects. Persistent suspected candidiasis may need treatment and review.

Reference: BNF