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4.7.5 ASPIRIN-INTOLERANT ASTHMA<br />

There are theoretical reasons to suggest that leukotriene receptor antagonists might be of<br />

particular value in the treatment of aspirin-intolerant asthma. However, there is little evidence<br />

to justify managing patients with aspirin-intolerant asthma in a different manner to other patients<br />

with asthma, apart from the rigorous avoidance of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications. 349<br />

4.7.6 GASTRO-OESOPHOGEAL REFLUx<br />

A Cochrane review of twelve double blind controlled trials found that treatment of gastrooesophageal<br />

reflux (GORD) had no benefit on asthma symptoms or lung function when both<br />

conditions were present. Reduction in dry cough was observed although this was probably not<br />

due to improved asthma control. 350,351<br />

A systematic review identified a single RCT showing that proton pump inhibitors did not improve<br />

asthma symptoms in children with GORD. 863<br />

4.7.7 β-BLOCKERS<br />

β-blockers, including eye drops, are contraindicated in patients with asthma.<br />

4 PhArMAColoGiCAl MAnAGeMent<br />

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