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Asthma AIR therapy — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModerateRespiratory TherapeuticsAsthma AIR therapyGPhC CRA

A 28-year-old woman has newly diagnosed asthma and uses salbutamol several times each week. She has no cardiovascular disease and is not pregnant. Her GP asks what reliever approach is now preferred for adult asthma where suitable. What is the most appropriate alternative?

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Correct answer: D — Use a low-dose ICS-formoterol inhaler as anti-inflammatory reliever therapy

Current UK asthma guidance has moved away from SABA-only treatment because it does not treat airway inflammation. Low-dose ICS-formoterol used as anti-inflammatory reliever therapy is preferred where suitable and licensed. The patient should receive inhaler technique counselling and a personalised asthma action plan.

Reference: NICE/BTS/SIGN asthma guideline; BNF