Qvar Inhaler

• Qvar

Qvar is a prescription medicine that is used for the prevention of asthma attacks. This part of the eMedTV archives explains how Qvar works, offers suggestions on when and how to use the inhaler, and describes the effects of the medication.

• Qvar Side Effects

Some of the most common Qvar side effects seen in clinical trials include sore throat, headache, and nausea. This eMedTV article lists other common side effects of Qvar, as well as serious problems that should be reported to your doctor immediately.

• Qvar Uses

The Qvar inhaler is typically used twice a day to help prevent asthma attacks from occurring. This eMedTV Web page further explains how Qvar works, discusses whether the drug can be used in children, and lists possible "off-label" Qvar uses.

• Qvar Dosage

The suggested starting Qvar dosage for people taking an inhaled steroid is 40 to 160 mcg twice daily. This eMedTV page also offers Qvar dosing guidelines for those taking bronchodilators alone and includes tips and precautions for using the inhaler.

• Qvar Drug Interactions

Currently, there are no known Qvar drug interactions. As this section of the eMedTV Web site explains, however, it is possible that there may be certain Qvar drug interactions that are not yet known at this time.

• Qvar Warnings and Precautions

Like all steroids, Qvar may slow the growth of children and teenagers. This eMedTV resource offers other Qvar warnings and precautions, lists existing medical conditions your doctor should know about, and explains who should avoid taking the drug.

• Qvar Overdose

A short-term overdose of Qvar is not likely to be dangerous. As this eMedTV article explains, however, taking large doses of Qvar long-term may cause serious problems. This page also describes treatment options that are available for a Qvar overdose.

• Qvar and Pregnancy

In studies on Qvar and pregnancy, the drug caused miscarriages and birth defects when given to animals. This eMedTV page further discusses why Qvar may be unsafe for pregnant women and explains how the FDA's pregnancy category system works.

• Qvar and Breastfeeding

The manufacturer of Qvar does not recommend taking the drug while breastfeeding. This eMedTV segment discusses Qvar and breastfeeding, including information on why many healthcare providers believe the drug is generally safe for breastfeeding women.

• Generic Qvar

There are currently no generic Qvar inhalers available on the market. This eMedTV resource explains when a generic version of Qvar is expected to become available and discusses the difference between a "generic name" of a drug and its generic version.