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- T Kimura and M Adachi.
- First Department of Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, Showa University.
- Nippon Rinsho. 2001 Oct 1; 59 (10): 1992-9.
AbstractSeveral classes of medications are used in the treatment of bronchial asthma. Inhaled corticosteroids are the most potent and effective anti-inflammatory agents. The addition of a long-acting beta 2-adrenergic bronchodilator to inhaled corticosteroids for the treatment of asthma has been shown to improve pulmonary function. Combining an inhaled corticosteroid, fluticasone propionate with a long-acting beta 2-adrenergic bronchodilator, salmeterol in a single inhaler permits treatment of both the inflammatory and bronchoconstrictive components of asthma. Combination treatment with fluticasone and salmeterol improves symptoms and lung function, reduces supplemental use of short-acting beta 2-adrenergic bronchodilator. The combination therapy provides better asthma control and may simplify the management of asthma.
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