MEDICATION USE PATTERNS IN ASTHMATIC PATIENTS WITH AND WITHOUT ALLERGIES

Introduction The prevalence of allergic asthma (AA) among patients with asthma is significant. We examined medication use patterns among individuals with asthma with and without comorbid allergies to explore potential differences. Methods Retrospective analysis of survey and pharmacy claims from the Observational Study of Asthma Control and Outcomes. Eligible patients with persistent asthma aged ≥12 years were sent four surveys over 15 months....