Specification | |
US Brand Name | Beclovent |
Strength | 100 mcg |
Generic Name | Beclomethasone Dipropionate |
Manufacturer | Cipla |
Pharmaceutical Form | Rotacaps |
How
it works
The main active
ingredient of Beclate rotacaps 100/100 mcg is Beclomethasone dipropionate. This
is used to prevent and treat wheezing caused due to asthma. It should be used
regularly to cure breathing problems and asthma. When it is used with inhaler,
it goes directly into the lungs and very little of it goes into the rest of the
body thus breathing becomes easier and in turn cures asthma. Eventually, there
are fewer chances of side effects.
Important
information about Beclomethasone dipropionate
Priming is required
before the first time use. It should be stored between 59 degrees to 86
degrees. For the best results it should be kept at room temperature when
it is in use. It should be tightly closed. If you face any allergy then you
should stop taking the medicine and seek immediate medical advice from the
doctor or the pharmacist.
Dosage
information
The usual dosage is to
use the inhalers 2 to 4 times a day in each nostril. Generally, the spray is
used one or two sprays each day 2 to 4 times. It varies widely according to a
few factors like age and other medical problems. For children of age 5 to 11
years, 40 mcg is given twice a day. For children 6 to 12 years, 1 inhalation in
each nostril is recommended.
Strengths
available
It is available in Beclomethasone
dipropionate 40 mcg, 80 mcg and 100 mcg strength.
What
if you miss a dose?
If you missed a dose, it
should be taken whenever you realize about it. But take it into mind that the
dose should not be doubled. There should be gap of few hours between two doses.
What
if you overdose?
If you have taken over
dose, then you should consult the doctor or pharmacist immediately.
Things
to be taken care of
Read the instructions
before starting the medicine. After every treatment your face should be rinsed
properly. It should be avoided to spray it in the eyes. Breathe out how much
you can do very comfortably. Consult with the doctor if you face any symptom
which can create worries.
Side
Effects
Some times, it may cause
few side effects to the lips, tongue, face or throat. If the medicine has any
side effect on you, you should get emergency medical help as soon as possible.
Several side effects which can occur are:
§ Weakness
§ Weight loose
§ Nausea
§ Skin rash
§ Numbness
§ Blurred vision
§ White patches on lips
§ Wheezing
Interaction
with other drugs
When it is used as
inhaler, no medicine has side effects. Inform your doctor if you are already
using any medicine. Below are few of the drugs which interact with
Beclomethasone dipropionate:
§ Ketoconazole
§ Mifepristone
§ Rifampicin
§ Azathioprine
§ Cyclosporine