Abstract
Corticosteroids are frequently prescribed anti-inflammatory medications. Inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) are indicated for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and asthma. ICS are associated with a decrease in exacerbations and improved quality of life in COPD, however multiple studies have linked the chronic use of ICSs with an increased risk of developing pneumonia, though the effect on mortality is unclear. We review the association of ICS with the risk of pneumonia and the implications on clinical outcomes.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 130-136 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Pulmonary Pharmacology and Therapeutics |
Volume | 32 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jun 1 2015 |
Keywords
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
- Inhaled corticosteroids
- Pneumonia
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine
- Biochemistry, medical
- Pharmacology (medical)