Key takeaways
Qvar RediHaler (beclomethasone) and Breo Ellipta (fluticasone/vilanterol) are both inhalers used to manage asthma, but they have some key differences. Qvar RediHaler is an inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) used twice a day to control asthma by reducing inflammation in the lungs. It doesn't have a generic form and shouldn't be used with a spacer. Breo Ellipta, on the other hand, is a combination of fluticasone, an ICS, and vilanterol, a long-acting beta agonist. It is taken once a day and can be used to manage both asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Breo Ellipta is available in a generic form and contains lactose, which can be an issue if you're allergic to milk proteins. Both medications require you to rinse your mouth after use to prevent oral thrush, a type of fungal infection, but Breo Ellipta also has a risk of heart-related side effects due to the LABA component.
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