Azithromycin for Older, Atopic, Asthmatic Patients with Severe Uncontrolled Disease and a History of Tobacco Use. Issue 1 (January 2018) - Price, David R.
Abstract : Synopsis: Prior studies have shown conflicting data for the efficacy of azithromycin for chronic asthma. A study by Gibson and colleagues offers new support for the chronic use of this medication in select populations with uncontrolled disease. Source: Gibson PG, Yang IA, Upham JW, et al. Effect of azithromycin on asthma exacerbations and quality of life in adults with persistent uncontrolled asthma (AMAZES): a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Lancet 2017;390(10095):659–668.