Beclometasone for Asthma and Nasal Allergies

Beclometasone is a corticosteroid used for managing asthma and relieving nasal symptoms of allergies.
Category
Drug
Where to get
Prescription-required; available in pharmacies as inhalers or nasal sprays.
Applicable for
Type
Corticosteroid
Prepared by Lee Cheng, reviewed by Dr. Helena Rodriguez

Beclometasone FAQ


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What is beclometasone used for?

Beclometasone (sometimes written as "beclomethasone") is a type of medicine known as a corticosteroid (or steroid). nose spray (nasal spray) – for hay fever and cold-like symptoms caused by common allergies (rhinitis) cream and ointment – for skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis 2. Key facts

What is Beclometasone dipropionate?

Beclometasone dipropionate is the INN modified and beclomethasone dipropionate is the USAN and former BAN. It is a prodrug of the free form, beclometasone (INN). The prodrug beclometasone is marketed in Norway and Russia.

What are the side effects of a beclometasone inhaler?

oral thrush – a fungal infection that causes white patches, redness and soreness in your mouth It's unusual to have any serious side effects when using a beclometasone inhaler. Side effects are more likely if you're on a higher dose of beclometasone for a long time (more than a few months).

Is beclometasone a steroid?

Beclometasone is a type of medicine known as a steroid (also called a corticosteroid). It's mainly used for asthma, but also sometimes for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Steroids closely copy the effects of natural hormones produced in your adrenal glands. The adrenal glands are above your kidneys.

What is a beclometasone inhaler?

They are known as "preventer" inhalers and are often brown or beige. If you have asthma or COPD, they help stop you getting symptoms. Beclometasone inhalers are available on prescription only. Some inhalers contain beclometasone mixed with other medicines that help your breathing.

What is a beclometasone puffer?

About inhaled beclometasone Beclometasone inhalers (sometimes called "puffers") are used for asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). They are known as "preventer" inhalers and are often brown or beige. If you have asthma or COPD, they help stop you getting symptoms. Beclometasone inhalers are available on prescription only.

How does beclometasone work?

Beclometasone is a steroid (corticosteroid) medicine. Steroids closely copy the effects of natural hormones produced in your adrenal glands. The adrenal glands are above your kidneys. Beclometasone inhalers are called preventers. They work by reducing swelling (inflammation) of the airways in your lungs to make breathing easier.

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