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Asthma (in children) - corticosteroids

Corticosteroids for the treatment of chronic asthma in children under the age of 12 years

Guidance type:  Technology appraisal
Date issued:  November 2007

We will consult on our review plans for this guidance in November 2012.

Reference:  TA131

Summary

If inhaled corticosteroids are appropriate for children aged under 12 years who have chronic asthma, the least expensive product that is suitable for the individual child should be used.
If both an inhaled corticosteroid and a long-acting beta-2 agonist are needed, then a combination device that contains both medicines may be used. The decision to use a combination device should be based on the individual child and their asthma. If a combination device is chosen, the least expensive device that is suitable for the individual child should be used.

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