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Asthma drugs may be safe, effective for COPD

A class of asthma drugs known as long-acting beta agonists may be beneficial for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a new study suggests.
(Reuters) UPDATED 05/26/2008
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How to help your kid survive allergy season

Allergy symptoms can make life miserable for adults, but they can be even harder for children to deal with. Recently, a MedTrack Alert editor sat down with allergist Dr.
(MedTrackAlert) UPDATED 05/15/2008
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Ask your pharmacist for allergy advice

The shift of several medicines from prescription to over-the-counter in the last few years has made it more convenient and cheaper for the average allergy sufferer to find relief. However, you're not on your own when it comes to selecting the right medicine. Given all the allergy medicine choices you have today, a short conversation with a doctor or pharmacist is well worth your time.
(MedTrackAlert) UPDATED 03/31/2008
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Kids with asthma need parent, school involvement

Many parents and administrators wrongly believe that children are not allowed to treat themselves.
(Medical News Today) UPDATED 08/21/2007
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FDA rejects Advair for COPD

Drugmaker Glaxo says the FDA had concerns about dosing levels.
(Forbes.com) UPDATED 08/08/2007
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Analysis: Asthma patients can cut dose

Singulair may help patients on inhalers cut their dosage.
(United Press International) UPDATED 05/17/2007
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