Nasal Steroids for Perennial Allergic Rhinitis: Is PRN Use Enough? - Frankly Speaking EP 235Guest: Alan M. Ehrlich, MD, FAAFP
Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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 References and Resources:

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

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CME/CE Information

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Release Date: 8/2/2021

Expiration Date: 8/2/2022

Topics

Allergy & Immunology

Learning Objectives

Discuss treatment options for perennial allergic rhinitis
Explain how to counsel patients about the pros and cons of PRN intranasal steroid treatment

Faculty

Frank J. Domino, MD

Professor, Family Medicine and Community Health,
University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA

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Alan M. Ehrlich, MD, FAAFP

Associate Professor of Family Medicine and Community Health, University of Massachusetts Medical School,
Executive Editor, DynaMed

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