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A Review of the Role of Inhaled Corticosteroids in the Treatment of Acute AsthmaCapital Allergy and Respiratory Disease Center, 5609 J Street, Suite C, Sacramento, California 95819
Capital Allergy and Respiratory Disease Center, Sacramento, California Systemic corticosteroids (CSs) are generally accepted as treatment for acute exacerbations of asthma. In contrast, inhaled corticosteroids (ICs) have been used for the long-term management of asthma but are not widely accepted for the treatment of asthma exacerbations. The onset of action of ICs in acute asthma begins in 1 hour. In patients with mild to moderate exacerbation, administration of high-dose ICs may decrease the need for hospital admission and the number of symptomatic days.
Clinical Pediatrics, Vol. 40, No. 4,
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