Association of Dose of Inhaled Corticosteroids and Frequency of Adverse Events
Dec 30, 2024

 Short-term use of low-dose ICS was not associated with adverse effects. Moderate to high daily ICS doses were associated with an increased risk, but low frequencies, of cardiovascular events, PE, and pneumonia. It is important for clinicians to adhere to guideline recommendations to use the lowest effective ICS dose.


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