Antibiotics and COPD: Time to order a C-reactive protein test?

J Fam Pract. 2021 Jun;70(5):244-246. doi: 10.12788/jfp.0202.

Abstract

This RCT provided valuable insights as to whether CRP-guided prescribing could safely reduce antibiotic use during acute COPD exacerbations.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural

MeSH terms

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / pharmacology*
  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / therapeutic use
  • C-Reactive Protein / analysis*
  • Humans
  • Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive / blood
  • Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive / drug therapy*

Substances

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents
  • C-Reactive Protein