There are different types of commonly used treatments for difficult to manage asthma:
- Monoclonal antibodies (e.g. Omalizumab which is also known by the name Xolair®).
- Oral steroids or injection.
- Steroid sparing agents (e.g. Methotrexate, ciclosporin, gold).
- Antifungal medicines.
- Terbutaline infusion (A fast acting reliever) Some medicines are preventative and others are used to treat an asthma attack.
See the section on Medications for more information on asthma medicines.
