Pharmacy Times November 16, 2023
The study also found that 82% of the surveyed physicians reported not getting labs to help determine treatment options for their patients.
A new study indicates that approximately 42% of the primary care physicians (PCPs) who were surveyed were unfamiliar with biologics to treat asthma. Biologics for asthma, which were introduced as a treatment approximately 20 years ago, have demonstrated efficacy in helping patients control their symptoms.
Further, the study indicates that PCPs were unaware of the criteria for starting them, often waiting until patients report experiencing 2 or more exacerbations in a year before referring them to a specialist. This also included delayed time when ordering lab work for patients.
“We know that many people who suffer from asthma...
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