Beclometasone
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Molecule Summary
| Uses | Prophylactic therapy for maintenance treatment of asthma |
| Therapy | Anti-Asthmatic |
| Side Effects | Candidiasis of mouth or throat, facial oedema, dyspnoea, bronchospasm, cushing's syndrome |
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Molecule Description
Beclometasone is a type of medication known as a steroid. It is used to prevent and treat asthma. It inhibits inflammation in the lungs and airway tract when inhaled, expanding the airway and making breathing easier.
Uses
- Preventive treatment for mild, moderate, severe, or chronic asthma
Contraindications
When should one not use Beclometasone
- Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients of Beclometasone
Side effects
Common side effects of this drug are:
- Candidiasis of mouth or throat
- Oedema of the eyes, lips, throat, or face
- Dyspnoea
- Bronchospasm
- Cushing's syndrome
- Blurred vision
- Throat problems
- Cough
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have ever been treated for tuberculosis
- You are using Beclometasone at the same time as taking steroid tablets
- You have just finished taking steroid tablets
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Beclometasone stops chemical messengers from being released by cells in the lungs and breathing passages, which induce inflammation (swelling) of the airways. This opens up the airways and makes it simpler to breathe.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Beclometasone is less dependent on CYP3A metabolism than some other corticosteroids, so interactions are unlikely. However, the possibility of systemic effects with concomitant use of strong CYP3A inhibitors (e.g. ritonavir, cobicistat) cannot be ruled out, so use with caution and appropriate monitoring is recommended.
Dosage
Overdose
Overdose may result in temporary suppression in the functioning of adrenal glands. You need to visit your doctor if you consumed Beclometasone in excess.
Missed a Dose
When the next dose is due, take it. To make up for a missed dose, do not take a double dose.
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References:
- Easyhaler Beclometasone 200 micrograms/dose inhalation powder - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 13 June 2026]. Available from: https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/239/smpc
- Easyhaler Beclometasone 200 micrograms/dose inhalation powder [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 13 June 2026]. Available from: https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.239.pdf
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