Prevention of chronic symptoms : coughing or breathlessness in night or early morning or after exertion.

To maintain (near) normal pulmonary (lung) function.

Maintain normal activity level (including exercise and other physical activity.)

Prevent recurrent exacerbation (increase in severity of symptoms) of asthma and minimize need for emergency hospitalizations

Provide optimal therapy with minimal or no adverse effects.

To meet patient's and family expectations of and satisfaction with asthma care.