Tag Archives: Asthma

GlaxoSmithKline’s Nucala cuts severe asthma attacks in ‘reassuring’ interim real-world data

GlaxoSmithKline’s Nucala is facing an uphill climb in its battle for supremacy in severe asthma. On the hunt for a leg up, GSK is looking to real-world studies for a competitive advantage in Nucala’s sole indication—and it may have just scored one. After 12 months of use, Nucala cut severe eosinophilic asthma attacks by 69%… Read More: GlaxoSmithKline’s Nucala cuts severe asthma attacks in ‘reassuring’ interim real-world… »

Children With Asthma Prescribed More Antibiotics Than Those Without

January 02, 2019 Share this content: The most commonly known indication for an antibiotic prescription was an upper respiratory tract infection. Children with asthma are prescribed antibiotics at a higher rate than those without asthma, according to a study published in BMJ Open. Furthermore, the diseases for which they are prescribed typically do not call for antibiotics.… Read More: Children With Asthma Prescribed More Antibiotics Than Those Without »

Alternative Asthma Treatment For Natural Breathing Relief

The chronic condition of the lungs that makes it difficult for a person to breathe is known as asthma. The bronchial tubes or airways suffer from inflammation.  Both the tightening of surrounding muscles and the production of mucus can aggravate the narrowing of the air passages.  If untreated, flare-ups may occur; the patient may be… Read More: Alternative Asthma Treatment For Natural Breathing Relief »