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Learn More About Asthma Control

The more information you have, the better you can take charge of your asthma. Below is a list of organizations and sites that provide information about asthma and lung health.

• The Asthma PACT™


• American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI)


• American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI)


• Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA)


• The Asthma Page at the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI)


• Allergy and Asthma Network: Mothers of Asthmatics


• American Lung Association


• National Heart Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI)

QVAR® is indicated in the maintenance treatment of asthma as prophylactic therapy in patients 5 years of age or older. QVAR® is also indicated for asthma patients who require systemic corticosteroid administration, where adding QVAR® may reduce or eliminate the need for systemic corticosteroids.

Important Safety Information

QVAR® does not replace fast-acting (rescue) inhalers for sudden symptoms.

CAUTION: If you are switching from an oral corticosteroid to QVAR®, follow your doctor's instructions to avoid health risks when you stop using oral corticosteroids (See WARNINGS, Prescribing Information).

Inhaled corticosteroids may cause a reduction in growth rate. The long-term effect on final adult growth is unknown.

In clinical studies, common side effects included headache and pharyngitis.

Do not stop taking QVAR® abruptly without talking to your doctor.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

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