Incident Diuretic Use May Increase Adverse Events in COPD
Incident diuretic use was associated with increased rates of respiratory-related morbidity and mortality in older adults with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
ATS 2018
Efficacy, Safety of Dupilumab in Corticosteroid-Dependent Severe Asthma
Subcutaneous dupilumab significantly reduced the use of oral corticosteroids in patients with corticosteroid-dependent severe asthma.
Lung Function in Severe Asthma Improved With Benralizumab
Peak expiratory flow increases were greater with benralizumab than placebo in patients with severe eosinophilic asthma.
Prior Atypical Antipsychotic Use May Increase Mortality Risk in Pneumonia
Clinicians should consider these findings when using atypical antipsychotics in patients at risk for pneumonia.
Asthma Risk Increased for Premenopausal Women Using Oral Contraceptives
Oral contraceptive use in women of reproductive age may increase the risk for lifetime asthma.
Vitamin D Supplementation Improves Asthma Control
In individuals with asthma and vitamin D deficiency, vitamin D supplementation improved asthma control.
Effect of Combination vs Triple Therapy on COPD Exacerbations
Combination therapy with LABA and LAMA yielded a lower annualized rate of COPD exacerbations compared with triple therapy.
Macrolides for Asthma Management: An Updated Review
While macrolides had no direct effect on lung function, their use significantly improved asthma control and quality of life in patients with asthma.
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