Beclometasone Oral

Information About Beclometasone Oral

Uses of Beclometasone Oral

Beclometasone oral is used to suppress intestinal inflammation in crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis

How Beclometasone Oral Works

Beclomethasone Oral is a corticosteroid. It has an anti-inflammatory property where it works by reducing the number of mediator cells, eosinophils and fibroblast activity. It also has vasoconstrictor effects where it inhibits capillary dilation and permeability.

Side Effects of Beclometasone Oral

Nausea, Vomiting, Unpleasant taste, Nasal and throat dryness, Nasal and throat irritation, Sneezing, Epistaxis, Impaired wound healing

Authorship

Written By

Dr Sri Viknarajan

MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)

Reviewed By

Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli

MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)

Beclometasone Oral Related Warnings

Alcohol Safe

It is probably safe to consume alcohol with Beclomethasone Oral. Taking Beclomethasone Oral with alcohol has no known interactions. However, please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy Not Safe

Beclomethasone Oral may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the fetus. However, there are limited well-controlled human studies. The benefits from the use of Beclomethasone Oral in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation Limited Data

Beclomethasone Oral is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that Beclometasone Oral does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

Driving Generally Safe

Beclomethasone Oral usually does not affect the ability to drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.

Kidney Use With Care

Beclomethasone Oral should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Beclomethasone Oral may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver Limited Data

Beclomethasone Oral should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Beclomethasone Oral may be needed. Please consult your doctor.