Asthma Control Among Patients Receiving Inhaled Corticosteroids in Thailand

Asthma Control Among Patients Who Were Receiving Inhaled Corticosteroids in General Practice in Thailand

The purpose of this study is to determine the percentage of patients who has reached the GINA guideline of asthma treatment after receiving any inhaled corticosteroid for 3 months or longer in actual clinical practice. Such percentage for each level of severity - mild, moderate and severe persistent asthma as well as the differences of these rates will also be explored.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Established persistent asthma
• Currently treated with any inhaled corticosteroid therapy but not SYMBICORT nor SERETIDE for 3 months or longer

Exclusion Criteria:

• Currently participating or have participated in a study with an investigational compound within the last 30 days
• Current diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Smoked more than 10 packs a year