The treatment algorithm below has been developed to suggest where erdosteine▼ may fit in with the current NICE guideline. This is not intended to replace NICE guidelines but act as a recommendation for healthcare professionals, until the COPD guideline is next updated.

Treatment algorithm update for COPD exacerbations

Exacerbations of COPD can be associated with an increase in the following symptoms: dyspnoea, sputum purulence, sputum volume and cough.

Aim: Aggressively manage COPD exacerbations to return symptoms to baseline as quickly as possible.

Assessment of Clinical State

Treatment Algorithm Update for COPD Exacerbations

Please click here for a downloadable pdf of the treatment algorithm.

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