Synopsis Maintaining the good health and functional status of a  chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patient is essential for improving the patient’s quality of life. There are several safety concerns associated with certain drugs that directly or indirectly affect the health outcomes in a patient. In this regard, the following article summarizes the health and functional status of COPD patients on tiotropium bromide/olodaterol  therapy.

This week’s Journal Watch summarizes the trial “ Changes  In Health  And Functional Status  In Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease During Therapy With Tiotropium Bromide/Olodaterol, ” published in Good Clinical Practice Network . Need for the study India alone constitutes approximately 18% of the global COPD population. The increasing overall disease burden across India continues to impact the health and lifestyle of patients.…