Qvar - Beclomethasone (hfa) - Oral Aerosol Inhaler Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Qvar.
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Read Before Using Qvar (precautions)

• Before you use this drug, tell your doctor your medical history including.

Possible Side Effects

• May cause a cough, a dry irritated throat, unpleasant taste, hoarseness or nasal congestion, pain or headache.
• If these effects continue or become bothersome, contact your doctor.
• Notify your doctor if you experience.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Before you use this drug tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medications you are taking, especially of.

Medicinal Applications

• Beclomethasone belongs to a group of drugs called corticosteroids.
• Inhaled corticosteroids work directly in the lungs to open airways and make breathing easier by relieving inflammation.
• This medication must be used regularly to prevent wheezing and shortness of breath caused by asthma, bronchitis or emphysema.
• This medication does not work immediately.
• Therefore it does not relieve an acute attack.

What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency

• Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
• For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

Usage Instructions

• Make sure you understand how to use the inhaler properly.
• Consult your pharmacist.
• When using the inhaler for the first time or after stopping the drug for more than a week, prime the unit as directed.
• A fine mist indicates that the inhaler is working properly.
• If more than one inhalation is prescribed, wait one full minute between inhalations so you get the full effects of the first dose.
• If using other inhalers, wait several minutes between the use of each inhaler, and use this one (the corticosteroid) last.
• Gargle and rinse your mouth after using this to help prevent dryness, relieve throat irritation and to prevent oral yeast infections.
• Do not swallow the rinse solution.
• Use this medication exactly as prescribed.
• Do not use it more frequently without your doctor's approval.
• This medicine is not interchangeable with other corticosteroid inhaler products you may have used.
• This is due to the CFC-free propellant (ozone safe), which delivers medicine to your lungs more efficiently.
• Consult your pharmacist.
• Your dose is adjusted based on your medical condition and response to therapy.
• Maximum benefit may occur after 3-4 weeks.

Qvar Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.
• Inform all your doctors you use (or have used) this medication.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• Use the missed dose as soon as remembered.
• Use the remaining doses for that day at evenly spaced intervals.

Qvar Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.
• Keep from getting too cold or freezing.

Warning

• If you have switched from an oral corticosteroid (for example, prednisone tablets) to this inhaler within the past 12 months, your body may not produce enough natural steroids.
• You may need to start taking additional corticosteroids, especially if your body is stressed due to major infections such as stomach infections (gastroenteritis), surgery, or injury.
• Deaths have occurred during such stresses, due to low steroid levels.
• Consult your doctor or pharmacist now for specific advice regarding stress situations; you may need to carry a supply of corticosteroid tablets as a precaution.
• Routine blood tests may be performed (for example, morning cortisol levels).
• Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any of the following signs of low steroid levels.