Term: Corticosteroids (inhaled)

Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2005-11-25

Definition:

Cortisone-like medicines are used to treat serious inflammatory conditions. In asthma, they address the underlying disease process, thus preventing its symptoms. These are identified by the Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical (ATC) drug classification code: R03B A.

Related terms 

• Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical (ATC) Drug Classification System

References 

• Katz A, De Coster C, Bogdanovic B, Soodeen R, Chateau D. Using Administrative Data to Develop Indicators of Quality in Family Practice. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2004. [Report] [Summary] (View)