Analogs

Beklazon – eco easy breathing, Beklofort evochaler , Bekotid evohaler , Glenbekar , Clenil .

pharmachologic effect

Glucocorticosteroid local action, used as a basic therapy for AD, has anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic effects.

Indications for use

Bronchial asthma.

Dosage and administration

When using dosage forms containing 50 or 100 μg beclomethasone in 1 dose, adults are prescribed 100 μg 3-4 times a day or 400 μg in 2 divided doses. In severe cases, the daily dose for adults can be increased to 600-800 mcg.    

Children are prescribed 50-100 mcg 2 times a day. 

When using a dosage form of the drug containing 250 mcg in a single dose, adults are prescribed 500 mcg 2 times a day or 250 mcg 4 times a day.   

In more severe cases, the dose can be increased to 1500–2000 mcg per day in 3-4 doses. 

Side effects

Hoarseness, throat irritation, coughing, sneezing, paradoxical bronchospasm, candidiasis of the oral cavity and upper respiratory tract.

Contraindications

The period of pregnancy and lactation. Use with caution in case of active pulmonary tuberculosis, cirrhosis of the liver, glaucoma, hypothyroidism, systemic infections, osteoporosis.

Overdose

Temporary inhibition of the function of the adrenal cortex (does not require emergency care).