Beclorest 50 & 100 50mg & 100mg Pressurised inhalation solution
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 14 May 2021
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Prophylactic treatment of bronchospasm in asthma.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: 200 u03bcg twice daily, max 1000 u03bcg. Children: 50-100 u03bcg 2-4 times daily, max 500 u03bcg.
Special Populations
- Children
- Patients on systemic corticosteroids
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Safety in pregnancy not established; use with caution in breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- CYP3A inhibitors (e.g., ritonavir, cobicistat)
- Disulfiram
- Metronidazole
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to beclometasone
- Acute status asthmaticus
Common side effects
- Oral candidiasis
- Hoarseness
- Throat irritation
- Headache
Counselling Points
- Use regularly even when asymptomatic
- Rinse mouth after use
- Have relief medication available
Serious warnings
- Does not relieve acute asthma symptoms
- Risk of adrenal suppression
- Monitor growth in children
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