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Asthma SABA overuse — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModerateRespiratory TherapeuticsAsthma SABA overuseGPhC CRA

A 24-year-old woman with asthma asks for another salbutamol inhaler. The pharmacy record shows three salbutamol inhalers supplied in the last two months and no inhaled corticosteroid. She has night symptoms twice weekly. What is the most appropriate action?

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Correct answer: D — Refer for asthma review and discuss preventer therapy

Frequent salbutamol use and night symptoms suggest poor asthma control and increased risk of exacerbations. Inhaled corticosteroid-containing treatment is the foundation of asthma control. The pharmacist should supply if clinically appropriate but also refer for prompt review and check inhaler technique.

Reference: NICE CKS; BNF