Combination Therapy

A combination medication contains both a preventer and a symptom controller in one inhaler.

In people with persistent asthma symptoms it is recommended that they be treated with an inhaled corticosteroid regularly to reduce symptoms and reduce the risk of acute asthma.

For people who have persisting symptoms despite the use of inhaled corticosteroids, the addition of an age appropriate LABA leads to better symptom control and reduces the risk of acute flare-ups of asthma, but only when used concurrently with an inhaled corticosteroid.  

Used in combination, these medications are effective and very valuable in the control of asthma, especially in those with more severe disease.

For information about whether combination therapy is suitable for managing your asthma, please speak to your doctor.

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