A comparison of leukotriene receptor antagonists to low-dose inhaled corticosteroids in elderly mild asthmatics

ConclusionThe effectiveness of LTRAs was not different from that of low-dose ICSs regarding the risk of asthma exacerbation in elderly asthma patients in real-world settings. Given the practical benefits gained from convenient administration, LTRA can be considered a reasonable alternative first-line therapy for elderly patients with mild asthma.
Source: The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology: In Practice - Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research