A 62-year-old with moderate persistent asthma on SMART (budesonide-formoterol) asks about SABA use. Best guidance?...

Question

A 62-year-old with moderate persistent asthma on SMART (budesonide-formoterol) asks about SABA use. Best guidance?

Accepted Answer

Use the ICS-formoterol inhaler for both maintenance and relief

Answer

Continue scheduled SABA

Answer

Use only oral steroids for relief

Answer

Use LAMA only for relief

Answer

SABA is prohibited

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