Asthma

Asthma and COPD as-needed inhalers (SABD): where refills matter!

Asthma and COPD as-needed inhalers (SABD): where refills matter!

By Drs. Kevin Liang and Philip Hui on January 10, 2024

New asthma and COPD guidelines are changing the way we provide respiratory care; SABDs, such as salbutamol and ipratropium, are no longer the mainstay treatment for both conditions. Importantly, SABD overuse is a measure of poor disease control and suggests a need for treatment escalation.

Mitigating the climate impact of asthma therapy

Mitigating the climate impact of asthma therapy

By Drs. Val Stoynova and Celia Culley on June 28, 2022

I have changed my practice to optimize patient care and planetary health by considering the climate impact of my prescribing choices while continuing to provide high-quality, evidence-based, lower cost, patient-centred asthma care.

Role of inhaled steroids in acute asthma exacerbations

Role of inhaled steroids in acute asthma exacerbations

By Dr. Julian Marsden on April 30, 2012

Given their effectiveness, safety, and ability to prevent relapses inhaled corticosteroids are now part of my discharge prescription for asthma exacerbations.

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