Beclate 250mcg Inhaler
Beclate 250mcg Inhaler belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used in the prevention and treatment of asthma. When inhaled, it suppresses the inflammation in the lungs and airway passage, widening the airway to make breathing easier.
Beclate 250mcg Inhaler
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Beclate 250mcg Inhaler belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used in the prevention and treatment of asthma. When inhaled, it suppresses the inflammation in the lungs and airway passage, widening the airway to make breathing easier.
Beclate 250mcg Inhaler belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used in the prevention and treatment of asthma. When inhaled, it suppresses the inflammation in the lungs and airway passage, widening the airway to make breathing easier.
Beclate 250mcg Inhaler is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as directed by your doctor. Clean and dry the affected area and apply it thinly and evenly over the area. Avoid covering the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
use of Beclate 250mcg Inhaler may cause application reactions such as throat irritation, sore tongue and throat, hoarseness of voice, thrush, and abnormal taste. These are temporary and improve with time. However, if you experience any other symptoms which you think may be due to Beclate 250mcg Inhaler, inform your doctor.
03Uses
Treatment of Asthma
04How To Use
Check the label for directions before use. Shake the inhaler. While you are breathing in from mouth, press down on the inhaler one time to release the medication and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Repeat until you have inhaled the number of puffs as suggested by the doctor.Afterwards, rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and spit it out.
05How It Works
Beclate 250mcg Inhaler is a steroid. It prevents the cells in the lungs and breathing passages from releasing chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling) of the airways. This widens the airways and makes breathing easier.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take Beclate Inhaler?
A: If you miss a dose of Beclate 250mcg Inhaler, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule.
07Benefits
In Treatment of Asthma
Beclate 250mcg Inhaler works by reducing and preventing swelling and inflammation in the lungs. It is known as a “preventer” and is used to prevent the symptoms of asthma, such as tightness in chest, wheezing, breathlessness, and coughing. This allows you to carry out daily life activities more easily and confidently. This drug does not stop an asthma attack that has already started. To control an ongoing asthma attack, use a “reliever” inhaler. Inhaled medicines will not work properly if the inhaler is not used correctly. Ask the nurse or doctor for the right technique.
08Side Effects
Throat irritation
Sore tongue
Hoarseness of voice
Thrush
Abnormal taste
Nasopharyngeal irritation
09Safety Information
Alcohol:SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Beclate 250mcg Inhaler does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Beclate 250mcg Inhaler may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Beclate 250mcg Inhaler is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving:
No interaction found/established
Kidney:
No interaction found/established
Liver:
No interaction found/established
References
Sources and references
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Beclomethasone dipropionate. Northridge, California: 3M Health Care, Ltd.; 2008. [Accessed 11 Jul. 2019] (online) Available from: View
Beclometasone dipropionate [EMC SmPC]. Reading, UK: Orion Pharma (UK) Limited; 2017. [Accessed 25 Jul. 2024] (online) Available from: View
