Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Qvar as follows:
- Diabetics using Qvar inhalations should keep a close watch on everyday blood sugar readings. Poor blood sugar control can result from Qvar inhalations and should be reported to the physician, so that, a change in plan could be made accordingly.
- Hypertensive patients using Qvar inhalations should keep a close watch on everyday blood pressure readings. Qvar use can result in fluid retention, elevated blood pressures, edema, and acute weight gain and should be reported to the physician for further investigation, so that, a change in plan could be made accordingly.
- Individuals with history of electrolyte disturbances, such as, hypokalemia and hypercalcemia can be at significant risk for these conditions to exacerbate with Qvar use. Severely low potassium levels and elevated calcium levels in blood can result life threatening cardiac arrhythmias. So, observe compliance with any regular lab work ordered, particularly serum potassium and calcium.
