Joint Formulary & PAD

Beclometasone (Qvar) - Asthma

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PAD Profile

ChemicalSubstance :
Beclometasone (Qvar)
Indication :
Asthma
Group Name :
ICS
Keywords :
ICS, inhaled corticosteroids, respiratory, asthmatics
Brand Names Include :
Qvar
Important Information :

Children only - ICS alone not recommended in adults with asthma.

Second line ICS in children (Clenil Modulite is 1st line).

No dose counter.

Prescribe by BRAND

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Latest Additions Date To :
Guidelines :
Supporting Documents :
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Other Indications

Below are listed other indications that Beclometasone (Qvar) is used to treat.

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Other Drugs

Below are listed other drugs that are used to treat Asthma.

Committee Recommendations (1)

Clenil Modulite® (beclometasone) MDI plus spacer (Volumatic, Able Spacer, Optichamber) or Qvar (beclometasone) MDI plus spacer (Aerochamber plus, Able Spacer, Optichamber) are the locally preferred ICS devices.

If an alternative device is necessary, consider:
Easyhaler® Beclometasone (DPI) - not licensed in under 18 years
Qvar Easi-Breathe® (breath activated) - not licensed in under 12 years
Easyhaler® Budesonide may be considered as an additional alternative in patients aged 12-17 if these other preferred, licensed devices are not suitable

Prescribe inhaler devices by BRAND to ensure consistency and avoid confusion.

See Asthma Guidelines below.