Beclometasone is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Beclometasone depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Beclometasone is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Beclometasone is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Beclometasone safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Beclometasone during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Beclometasone safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Beclometasone. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Beclometasone on the Kidneys?
Beclometasone rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Beclometasone on the Liver?
Beclometasone has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Beclometasone on the Heart?
Side effects of Beclometasone rarely affect the heart.
Beclometasone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Beclometasone unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Beclometasone habit forming or addictive?
Beclometasone is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Beclometasone as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Beclometasone, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Beclometasone cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Beclometasone
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Beclometasone together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Beclometasone
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Beclometasone and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, long-term use of Beclometasone may cause low potassium in your body by increasing the excretion of potassium in the urine. This can result in symptoms such as muscle cramps, weakness, tiredness, and an irregular heartbeat.
No, Use of Beclometasone does not cause any weight gain in the patient. However, if you notice any unusual weight gain then consult it with your doctor.
Beclometasone works by suppressing body's normal immune response to inflammation which is responsible for symptoms such as swelling, redness and itching. This results in decreased inflammation and provides relief from the symptoms associated with it.
Beclometasone is a brand name of beclomethasone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medicine called steroids (corticosteroid). It comes in form of an inhaler, tablet, solution, injection, and topical cream. It has potent anti-inflammatory properties. It is used in the treatment of inflammatory joint diseases, multiple sclerosis, inflammation, allergic conditions, and adrenal insufficiency. It is also used to diagnose Cushing's syndrome.
Yes, Beclometasone is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as fluid retention (swelling in your hands or ankles), increased appetite, increased sweating, and stomach upset. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
