Beclometasone belongs to a group of medicines called "corticosteroids". It is used to prevent the symptoms of asthma. Corticosteroids reduce the swelling in the airways of your lungs. This helps relieve chest tightness, wheezing and cough so that you can breathe more easily.
This medicine is a preventive asthma medicine which must be used regularly for a certain period of time.
Use Beclometasone exactly as directed by your doctor or according to the instructions on the label. Do not use more or less than instructed by your doctor.
Beclometasone is available as different types of devices, such as an inhaler or autohaler.
Make sure you know how to use the specific device you have been given. If you have problems or do not understand the instructions, ask your doctor or pharmacist to show you how to use it.
Always rinse your mouth and throat after using your inhaler or autohaler.
Wipe the mouthpiece of the inhaler with a dry tissue to clean it. Do not wash or put any part of your inhaler or autohaler in water.
Do not share your inhaler or autohaler with others as it could spread infection.
Beclometasone must be used regularly for it to be effective. Continue using this medicine even when you feel better. Do not stop using it unless instructed by the doctor.
Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your normal dosing schedule.
DO NOT double a dose under any circumstances.
If you often forget to use your medicine, let your doctor and pharmacist know.
Do not use Beclometasone to relieve a sudden attack of breathlessness. Beclometasone cannot relieve an acute asthma attack. Use your fast-acting reliever inhaler prescribed by your doctor to relieve such attacks.
Inform your doctor if you have the following conditions:
- diabetes
- stomach ulcers
- serious high blood pressure
- osteoporosis
- increased pressure in the eye
- cataract (clouding of the lens of the eye)
- myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness disorder)
- mental illness
- TB (lung infection known as tuberculosis)
- liver disease
- kidney disease
Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Keep your appointments with your doctor. Your doctor needs to monitor your condition and check your response to the medication regularly. Routine tests (e.g. lung function) may be done while you are being treated with this medicine. Your doctor will advise you about how often you need to have these tests.
Beclometasone may cause any of the following side effects: nausea, diarrhoea, stomach pain, constipation, headache, and muscle pain.
Some side effects may need immediate medical help. Alert your doctor quickly if you experience any of the following:
- rashes, breathlessness, swelling of the face, eyes or mouth
- unusual changes in mood or behaviour (being too depressed, agitated, or having compulsive and impulsive behaviour)
- blurred vision, pressure in the eye, light sensitivity
Inform your doctor if any of these side effects do not go away or are severe, or if you experience other side effects.
Always notify your doctor and pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines, including herbal tonics such as traditional Chinese medicines, supplements, and medicines that you buy without a prescription.
Avoid alcohol.
Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children.
Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.
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