Nasal Steroids for Perennial Allergic Rhinitis: Is PRN Use Enough? - Frankly Speaking Ep 235

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

 

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Overview: Perennial allergic rhinitis affects both children and adults, and management includes both allergy avoidance as well as medication management. Intranasal steroids are the mainstay of treatment and have traditionally required consistent use, but new data are emerging. Find out the results of a new study evaluating PRN use as an alternative approach.

 

Episode resource links:

• Thongngarm T, Wongsa C, Phinyo P, Assanasen P, Tantilipikorn P, Sompornrattanaphan M. As-Needed Versus Regular Use of Fluticasone Furoate Nasal Spray in Patients with Moderate to Severe, Persistent, Perennial Allergic Rhinitis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. J Allergy Clin Immunol Pract. 2021 Mar;9(3):1365-1373

Guest: Alan Ehrlich MD, FAAFP

 

Music Credit: Richard Onorato