Qvar® Aerosol Inhaler for Ongoing Asthma Control

What Qvar® Is and How It Works

Qvar Aerosol Inhaler contains beclomethasone dipropionate, an inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) for maintenance treatment of asthma. It reduces airway inflammation and swelling, which helps prevent wheeze, cough, and chest tightness. It is not a rescue inhaler and will not relieve sudden bronchospasm. Use your short-acting reliever for acute symptoms.

Youdrugstore is a licensed Canadian pharmacy headquartered in Manitoba, and our pharmacists review every prescription before dispensing. We also work with licensed, vetted international partner pharmacies to supply authentic brand medications across a broad selection at affordable pricing.

Qvar is available as a metered-dose aerosol inhaler, including breath‑actuated devices. Typical dosing is twice daily. Your prescriber will select a starting strength based on prior asthma therapy and symptom severity. Many people look for Qvar Inhaler Without Insurance to manage out-of-pocket costs, and our Canadian pricing can help.

Beclomethasone acts locally in the lungs to reduce inflammatory mediators. With regular use, you may notice fewer night-time symptoms, less use of rescue medication, and better peak flow readings. Consistency matters for control, so follow your Qvar Inhaler Usage plan every day, even when you feel well.

Dosage and Usage

• Typical starting dose: 40–80 mcg twice daily for milder asthma if previously on bronchodilators alone.
• If previously on other inhaled steroids, a higher starting dose may be used. Maximum total daily dose is often up to 320–640 mcg, divided.
• Take doses about 12 hours apart. Do not exceed your prescribed Qvar Inhaler Dosage Guide.
• Qvar devices differ. Many breath‑actuated versions do not require priming or shaking and are not used with a spacer. Traditional metered-dose inhalers may require priming and gentle shaking; check your device leaflet.
• How to Use Qvar Inhaler: exhale fully, seal lips around the mouthpiece, inhale steadily and deeply as the dose releases, then hold your breath for about 10 seconds.
• Rinse mouth and spit after each use to reduce the chance of oral thrush and hoarseness.
• Missed dose: take it when you remember unless it is close to the next dose. Do not double up.
• Do not use for sudden breathing problems. Keep a reliever inhaler available.
• Track remaining doses using the counter. Replace when it reaches zero.

• Storage: keep at 20–25 °C (68–77 °F). Brief excursions 15–30 °C (59–86 °F) are usually acceptable.
• Do not puncture or incinerate canisters. Keep away from open flame and temperatures above 49 °C (120 °F).
• Protect from moisture. Do not wash or immerse breath‑actuated devices; wipe the mouthpiece with a dry cloth.
• Keep the cap on when not in use. Store out of reach of children and pets.
• Travel: carry in your hand luggage to avoid temperature extremes. Keep a backup reliever inhaler.
• Do not freeze. Avoid direct sunlight in parked cars; use an insulated pouch if needed.

Benefits and Savings

Qvar Aerosol Inhaler helps reduce asthma flare‑ups and hospital visits when used daily. It lowers airway hyperresponsiveness and improves symptom scores, sleep quality, and activity tolerance. Many patients report less rescue inhaler use within weeks. The device format is compact and easy to carry, which supports adherence.

Buying from a Canadian Qvar Inhaler Online Pharmacy can lower your monthly spend. You may see 60–80 % savings vs typical US prices. Multi‑month supplies often reduce the per‑month Qvar Inhaler Cost, and promotions may apply. These advantages can help those managing Qvar Inhaler Without Insurance or high deductibles.

Looking for deals? See current offers on our Qvar Aerosol Inhaler Coupon page.

Side Effects and Safety

• Hoarseness or voice changes
• Throat irritation or cough
• Oral thrush (white patches in the mouth)
• Headache
• Dry mouth or unpleasant taste
• Nasal or sinus irritation
• Upper respiratory tract infections

Serious but less common risks include paradoxical bronchospasm, adrenal suppression with high doses, slowed growth in children, decreased bone mineral density, glaucoma, cataracts, and hypersensitivity reactions. Tell your clinician about tuberculosis history, untreated fungal, bacterial, or viral infections, recent surgery or trauma, and ocular herpes simplex. Seek medical help for sudden breathing worsening after a dose.

Onset Time

You may notice some relief in symptoms within 24 hours of starting Qvar, but full benefit builds over 1–2 weeks with steady use. Peak improvements in lung function may take 3–4 weeks. Keep using your maintenance doses during this period and continue to carry a reliever for sudden symptoms.

Compare With Alternatives

Fluticasone propionate is another ICS available as pressurized HFA and dry powder formats. If you prefer an HFA inhaler, consider Flovent® Hfa as a comparable daily controller. Dosing and device handling differ, so follow the product guide.

Budesonide is an ICS with options for inhaler or nebulizer solutions. For those who use a nebulizer, Pulmicort® Nebuamp offers unit‑dose ampules suitable for pediatric and adult maintenance plans.

Other options include mometasone (Asmanex) and combination ICS/LABA inhalers for patients needing step‑up therapy. Your prescriber will align the choice with guideline steps, symptoms, and lung function results.

Combination Therapy

• ICS + LABA: Add a long‑acting beta agonist (e.g., formoterol or salmeterol) if symptoms persist on Qvar alone.
• ICS + LAMA: Consider a long‑acting muscarinic antagonist in select adults with frequent exacerbations.
• ICS + Leukotriene receptor antagonist: Add montelukast for allergic triggers or exercise‑induced symptoms.
• When adding bronchodilators, adjust doses per your action plan to avoid overtreatment.
• Step down therapy may be considered after sustained control, under clinician guidance.

Patient Suitability and Cost-Saving Tips

Qvar Inhaler for Asthma is intended for patients who need maintenance control. It is not for relief of acute bronchospasm. People with severe allergy to any component should not use it. Use caution with active or latent infections, significant eye disease, bone density concerns, or in children where growth should be monitored.

Discuss the Qvar Inhaler Side Effects profile and your goals with your prescriber. If you are switching from oral steroids, follow tapering instructions closely. Continue allergy control measures and trigger avoidance to support better outcomes.

To lower your Qvar Inhaler Price, consider a larger supply when appropriate. Multi‑month fills can reduce the per‑month cost and cut shipping fees. Set up gentle reorder reminders so you stay on track. We carry brand and, where available, generic options to match your budget and prescription. These steps can help if you pay out of pocket or are using Qvar Inhaler Uninsured.

Authoritative Sources

FDA Prescribing Information: QVAR RediHaler (beclomethasone dipropionate HFA)

Health Canada Drug Product Database: Beclomethasone Inhalation Products

Order Qvar® from Youdrugstore: add to cart, upload your prescription, and we ship with prompt, express, cold-chain handling.

This page is for educational purposes and does not replace advice from your healthcare professional. Always follow the directions from your prescriber and the product leaflet.