1st April 2022

A 10-year old child visits his GP with his mother after repeated sudden episodes of shortness of breath

A 10-year old child visits his GP with his mother after repeated sudden episodes of shortness of breath and wheezing in the past few months. His mother tells the doctor that the child has had no more than 4 or 5 episodes per month, with no recollection of any night-time attacks. Which would be the correct initial therapy to prescribe for this patient?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.