Qvar
formulated to address chronic airway inflammation to alleviate breathing difficulties in asthma.
Strengths: 200mcg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Alternative names
Clenil Modulite; Beclomet Easyhaler
- Therapeutic class
Inhaled Corticosteroid
- Pharmacological class
Corticosteroid
- Contraindications
hypersensitivity to beclometasone
- Minor side effects
oropharyngeal candidiasis; hoarseness; throat irritation
- Moderate side effects
adrenal suppression; decreased bone mineral density
- Dosage forms
Pressurised inhalation, solution
- Administration route
Inhalation use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Teva
- Onset Time
24–48 hours
- Duration
12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
Store at room temperature, replace cap after use.
- Age restrictions
Used in children under supervision of a doctor.
Precautions and warnings
rinse mouth after use to prevent fungal infections; monitor for systemic effects with long-term use
Serious side effects
paradoxical bronchospasm — requires immediate medical attention; severe hypersensitivity — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
formulated to address chronic airway inflammation to alleviate breathing difficulties in asthma.
Mechanism of action
A synthetic corticosteroid that provides anti-inflammatory action directly to the bronchial mucosa. It reduces the infiltration of inflammatory cells and mucus production, thereby lessening airway hyper-responsiveness.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Generally safe in therapeutic doses. Breastfeeding: Safe to use as systemic absorption is minimal.
Qvar
formulated to address chronic airway inflammation to alleviate breathing difficulties in asthma.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Beclomethasone
- Listed indication(s): Asthma