Abstract
Long-acting inhaled /&-agonists (LABS), used in conjunction with low-dose inhaled steroids, are a recommended alternative to high-dose inhaled steroids for asthmatics with persistent symptoms (1). There are, however, few published data regarding their cost-effectiveness. The drugs are relatively expensive and the aim of this study was to evaluateLAB cost-effectiveness in primary care, in terms of improved clinical outcomes (associated with reduced NHS costs) offsetting higher prescription costs. A controlled, retrospective, non-randomized analysis utilized the computerized Thorpewood Primary Care Database and compared clinical outcomes and asthma management costs 1 yr prior to and 1 yr after initiation of therapy with salmeterolxinafoate.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1302-1304 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Respiratory Medicine |
Volume | 92 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1998 |
Bibliographical note
AcknowledgementsThe authors wish to thank Leanne Rice of GlaxoWellcome U.K. for statistical analysis and GWUK for supporting the
writing of the manuscript.