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  • Title: [Clinical efficacy of inhaled corticosteroids in COPD].
    Author: Kamoi H, Yoshikawa T, Hirata K.
    Journal: Nihon Rinsho; 2007 Apr; 65(4):696-701. PubMed ID: 17419390.
    Abstract:
    The use of inhaled corticosteroids in asthma is regarded as first-line therapy. But the efficacy of inhaled corticosteroids in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) remains controversial. However data from some large studies provide the evidence that regular treatment with inhaled glucocorticosteroids is appropriate for symptomatic COPD patients with an FEVi<50% predicted and repeated exacerbations. In these studies glucocorticosteroids combined with a long-acting beta-agonist was more effective than the individual components. However, additional studies are needed to clarify the effects of inhaled corticosteroids on mortality and to define their long-term adverse effects.
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