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Article: Inhaled steroids effective for moderate asthmatics.
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- Asthma Management
- Article date:
- November 1, 1999
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Inhaled steroids effective for moderate asthmatics
Physicians think it will aid in compliance
The once-a-day Pulmicort Turbuhaler, approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in October, has created quite a stir among asthma patients and physicians.
With some qualification, experts agree the Pulmicort Turbuhaler by Astra Pharmaceuticals in Westborough, MA, will be effective in encouraging compliance among mild to moderate asthmatics.
Linda Ford, MD, president of the American Lung Association who practices at the Asthma and Allergy Center in Omaha, NE, says the product is not effective for severe asthmatics.
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