Quick Reference Guide

Asthma in adults and adolescents quick reference guide

The Asthma in adults and adolescents quick reference guide (QRG) includes a summary of key recommendations and information on asthma in adults and adolescents from the National Asthma Council (NAC) updated Australian Asthma Handbook.

The QRG provides a concise summary and visuals on the step-by-step control-based approach to asthma management in adults and adolescents. It has been updated in line with the significant changes to both the diagnosis and management of asthma in the Australian Asthma Handbook V3.0 that was released in September 2025.

The quick reference tables detail the options and dosing regimens for anti-inflammatory reliever therapy (AIR-only) and maintenance-and-reliever therapy (MART).

Download the PDF document to view the full QRG.

Recommended citation

National Asthma Council Australia. (2026) Asthma in adults and adolescents – A quick reference guide for primary care health professionals. National Asthma Council Australia. Melbourne.

Disclaimer

Please note, this resource is not available for print orders.

Although all care has been taken, this information paper is a general guide only, which is not a substitute for assessment of appropriate courses of treatment on a case-by-case basis. The National Asthma Council Australia expressly disclaims all responsibility (including negligence) for any loss, damage or personal injury resulting from reliance on the information contained herein.

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