Beclometasone Inhaler

Information About Beclometasone Inhaler

Uses of Beclometasone Inhaler

Inhalers containing beclometasone are used to prevent respiratory problems. This type of medication is referred to as a 'preventer.' Even if you do not appear to have symptoms, you must continue to take this type of medication on a regular basis.

How Beclometasone Inhaler Works

Beclomethasone Dipropionate belongs to a class of medication known as corticosteroid medication. Beclomethasone dipropionate works in your lungs to help prevent respiratory problems by reducing swelling and pain in the walls of your small airways. This alleviates your breathing difficulties. Only a small amount of corticosteroid is absorbed by your body.

Side Effects of Beclometasone Inhaler

Wheezing Or Finding It Difficult To Breathe Because Of Narrowed Airways (Bronchospasm), A Hoarse Voice Or Candidiasis (Thrush, Seen As White Spots) In Your Mouth And Throat. Rinsing Mouth With Water Immediately After Using Inhaler Will Help To Prevent This, Hypersensitivity (Allergic) Reactions, Such As Rashes And Swelling Of Your Eyes, Face, Lips And Throat, Cataracts (A Disease Of The Eye) May Occur If You Have Been Using Inhaler For A Long Time, But This Side Effect Is Very Rare.

Authorship

Written By

Dr Mohd Ramzdhan Bin Mohd Masdar

MD (Crimea State Medical University)

Reviewed By

Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli

MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)

Beclometasone Inhaler Related Warnings

Alcohol Safe

There is no known interaction of Beclometasone Inhaler with alcohol.

Pregnancy Not Safe

Beclometasone Inhaler may be unsafe to use during pregnancy because it was proven in animal studies that Beclometasone Inhaler have harmful effects on the fetus. However, there are limited human studies to guarantee the safety of Beclometasone Inhaler used in pregnant women. Please consult your doctor to know your benefits from use in pregnant women is more than the risk.

Lactation Limited Data

There is limited data on the usage of Beclometasone Inhaler during breastfeeding. It is advisable to consult your doctor before using <salt.

Driving Generally Safe

Beclometasone Inhaler should not affect alertness or driving ability.

Kidney Use With Care

Beclometasone Inhaler is excreted via urine after being metabolised, however, it is poorly absorbed from skin or vagina. Thus, insignificant amount would present in the body system. Beclometasone Inhaler is most probably safe to be used in patients with kidney disease but it should be used with caution if it is taken orally. Dose adjustment may be needed if administered orally.

Liver Limited Data

Liver is the main organ where metabolism of Beclometasone Inhaler takes part. Hence, Beclometasone Inhaler should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Beclometasone Inhaler may be needed if it is taken orally. However, different from oral use, Beclometasone Inhaler is insignificant in systemic circulation if it is used topically or as vaginal pessary due to poor absorption through skin and vagina.