As Needed Beclomethasone/Salbutamol Combination in Single Inhaler for Mild Persistent Asthma

Summary

The aim of this study is to reveal that inhaled corticosteroid therapy combined with a short-acting beta2- agonist given on a symptom driven basis is as effective as traditional asthma therapy. Thus, three advantages will be achieved: 1. better compliance with treatment since patients will most likely have to administer the treatment less frequently, 2. maximum pharmacological effect with the least amount of drug and 3. less economic burden on health care providers.

Timeline

Start

2002-08

Primary completion

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Completion

2004-09

Publications

• Results Papi A, Canonica GW, Maestrelli P, Paggiaro P, Olivieri D, Pozzi E, Crimi N, Vignola AM, Morelli P, Nicolini G, Fabbri LM; BEST Study Group. Rescue use of beclomethasone and albuterol in a single inhaler for mild asthma. N Engl J Med. 2007 May 17;356(20):2040-52. doi: 10.1056/NEJMoa063861.

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