Question 1

oct chest xray shows inflammed lungs.diagn asthma, qvar made tightness worse.can be anything other than asthma?8 mo intermittent upper left chest pain!

Accepted Answer

2nd opinion: If you are still having symptoms after eight months with no relief from your inhaler, you need to get a second opinion.You may need to consult a pulmonologist, or even an environmental medicine physician, who can assess why you're still having the burning sensation, that may be due to environmental exposure to toxins or chemicals. This is very important to as they may need to reimage you by x-ray.

Question 2

qvar took it 8 days.80 mg 2
puffs 2 x a day for a total of 320 a
day. lung function improved
greatly.except had nose bleeds, sore throat, rash?

Accepted Answer

Mgt: I would suggest avoiding the nasal area when taking Qvar, and rinsing your mouth after each spray.  If your asthma is now under good control, discuss a lower dose with your PCP. The rash may be indicative of an allergic reaction, and an antihistamine may help.

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Question 3

cause of chest-tightness and shortness of breath after taking qvar 40 mcg? just a routine asthma control regime.

Accepted Answer

Call Doc: Any inhalers used for asthma have the potential to cause chest symptoms. If one is experiencing side effects from a medicine then it is best to discuss this with the prescribing Doctor,

Question 4

i have chest pain under my left breast. pinching when i breath deep and move, worse lying down. no feveri take qvar daily and had serve cough in dec. ?

Accepted Answer

Chest pain: Many severe viral upper respiratory infections are accompanied by s verse pleuritic, pleurisy or pericarditis. They both have symptoms you described and can be self limited or treated with anti-inflammatory agents

Question 5

why was intal sodium inhaler taken off the market and is there an alternative? i have constant chest congestion, the qvar itself doesnt seem to help. i have chronic bronchitis. i live in a high humidity area on a river & in winter/fall its constant

Accepted Answer

Virtual appointment: Please avoid pollen, dust, mold and animal dander. Your respiratory plan may be reviewed online with a virtual appointment with Healthtap. Testing and medications may be ordered during this appointment. If the QVAR is not helping, changing the dose or additional medication may be needed.

Question 6

can qvar and advair be taken together?

Accepted Answer

Mgt: Advair contains an inhaled steroid, and QVAR is not usually needed in addition to Advair.

Question 7

can qvar and abuterol be used together?

Accepted Answer

Yes: They are used for different reasons. Albuterol is a fast-acting rescue medication to relax airway smooth muscle and relieve symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, chest tightness, shortness of breath. Whereas Qvar is a daily maintenance medication for asthma to treat underlying airway inflammation and mucus. They can be taken at the same time without interactions.

Question 8

why does qvar cause a person's heart to beat fast?

Accepted Answer

Rare effect.: For most people, a rapid heart rate is NOT a side effect of QVAR. Other inhaled medicines for asthma, like albuterol, can raise the heart rate - from just a little to a lot which is noticeable. I'd make sure that the heart rate increase is really from *this* drug, and if so and it's bothersome, consider a change in the medication.

Question 9

i ran out of qvar . my mom can't buy one until friday .what should i do ?

Accepted Answer

Don't worry: If you are using your Qvar as directed and your asthma is fairly well controlled missing a day or two will be okay. Just make sure you restart and maintain your routine as directed. Keep your rescue inhaler close.

Question 10

is taking qvar and singulair (montelukast) together generally considered safe?

Accepted Answer

Asthma control: Yes, it is safe to take the 2 medications together.  Qvar and singulair (montelukast) are often used as "controller" medications for asthma.  Hopefully by using them concurrently, you will have to use your bronchodilator ( such as albuterol or xopenex) less often.

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Oct chest xray shows inflammed lungs.diagn asthma, qvar made tightness worse.can be anything other than asthma?8 mo intermittent upper left chest pain!

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Qvar took it 8 days.80 mg 2 puffs 2 x a day for a total of 320 a day. lung function improved greatly.except had nose bleeds, sore throat, rash?

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Cause of chest-tightness and shortness of breath after taking qvar 40 mcg? just a routine asthma control regime.

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I have chest pain under my left breast. pinching when i breath deep and move, worse lying down. no feveri take qvar daily and had serve cough in dec. ?

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Why was intal sodium inhaler taken off the market and is there an alternative? i have constant chest congestion, the qvar itself doesnt seem to help. i have chronic bronchitis. i live in a high humidity area on a river & in winter/fall its constant

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Can qvar and advair be taken together?

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Can qvar and abuterol be used together?

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Why does qvar cause a person's heart to beat fast?

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I ran out of qvar . my mom can't buy one until friday .what should i do ?

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Is taking qvar and singulair (montelukast) together generally considered safe?

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