A 59-year-old man with severe asthma exacerbations on ICS/LABA asks about SMART therapy. What is a key dosing safety point per NAEPP?...

Question

A 59-year-old man with severe asthma exacerbations on ICS/LABA asks about SMART therapy. What is a key dosing safety point per NAEPP?

Accepted Answer

Do not exceed 12 puffs/day (54 mcg formoterol) in those ≥12 years

Answer

No maximum daily formoterol limit

Answer

SMART is only for adults ≥18 years

Answer

Use any LABA (salmeterol/formoterol) for SMART

Answer

Use ICS-formoterol only as needed without maintenance

us-abfm MCQ (SBA): Asthma-SMART Dosing Safety