Qvar and Sulfacetamide and prednisolone Ophthalmic

• Generic Name: beclomethasone
• Dosage Forms: aerosol, metered
• Other Brand Names: Qvar, Qvar Redihaler, Beclovent, Vanceril, Vanceril DS, Qvar with Dose Counter

Beclomethasone is a steroid. It prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.

Qvar is used to prevent asthma attacks in adults and children who are at least 5 years old. This medication will not treat an asthma attack that has already begun.

Qvar may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: prednisolone / sulfacetamide sodium ophthalmic
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Blephamide, Blephamide SOP, Cetapred, Metimyd, Isopto Cetapred, Sulster, Vasocidin, AK-Cide, Supred, Medasulf, Ocu-Lone C

Sulfacetamide and prednisolone combination is used to treat eye infections and inflammation, including conjunctivitis and chronic anterior uveitis. It also prevents damage caused by chemicals, radiation, or foreign objects entering the eye.

Sulfacetamide is a sulfa drug that belongs to the class of medicines, known as antibiotics. It works by killing the bacteria or preventing their growth. Prednisolone is a steroid medicine that is used to relieve the redness, itching, and swelling caused by eye infections.

Sulfacetamide and prednisolone is available only with your doctor's prescription.