Table 1

Stratification for pre-study dose of inhaled corticosteroids

Pre-study dose of inhaled steroidRun in periodTreatment period
400–600 μgFP 100 μg twice dailyFP 100 μg twice daily (open) + FP 100 μg twice daily (blind) or SLM 50 μg twice daily (blind)
800–1200 μgFP 250 μg twice dailyFP 250 μg twice daily (open) + FP 250 μg twice daily (blind) or SLM 50 μg twice daily (blind)
  • FP = fluticasone propionate; SLM = salmeterol.