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, [...]

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Qvar as follows: Individuals with history of immunosuppression or taking any immunosuppressant medications, such as, individuals with autoimmune disorders and individuals who underwent organ transplants, must be cautious regarding using Qvar inhalations. These individuals can be at increased risk for opportunistic bacterial, viral, and fungal infections. Individuals taking other steroid medications, such as, prednisone or cortisol, for other health issues can be at significant risk [...]

Patient was educated on contraindications for taking Qvar as follows: Osteoporosis Use of Qvar inhalations should be avoided or restricted in individuals with history of osteoporosis, as use of Qvar in such individuals can result in further loss of bone mass and deterioration of osteoporosis with weakening of the skeletal framework and pathological fractures. Carefully watch for any exacerbation of bone pain and report any such finding to your physician immediately. Hypokalemia Qvar inhalations should [...]

Patient was educated on contraindications for taking Qvar as follows: Hypertension Qvar inhalations should be used cautiously in hypertensive patient, as they can result in retention of sodium and water, which contributes towards elevated blood pressures. Maintain a log of everyday blood pressure readings and report any gross elevations in the readings to your physician. Opportunistic infection Qvar inhalations should be used cautiously in individuals with history of opportunistic infections, as it can result in [...]

Patient was educated on contraindications for taking Qvar as follows: Elevated blood sugars Qvar inhalations should be used cautiously in diabetic patients, as their long-term use can result in increased insulin resistance and increased synthesis of glucose from sources other than carbohydrates. Increased insulin resistance and synthesis of extra glucose result in elevated blood sugars, contribute towards impaired blood sugar control, and can be detrimental in diabetic patients. Elevated blood sugars and poorly managed diabetes, [...]