Beclomethasone 17-Monopropionate
Beclomethasone 17-monopropionate is the active metabolite of beclomethasone dipropionate, a synthetic corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant properties. It is primarily delivered via inhalation for the management of respiratory conditions such as asthma and allergic rhinitis.
An inhaled corticosteroid used to reduce inflammation in the airways of patients with asthma and allergic respiratory conditions.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1546384
- Generic
- Beclomethasone 17-Monopropionate
- Class
- pin-variant
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Treatment and prevention of asthma symptoms, allergic rhinitis, and inflammatory conditions of the respiratory tract. May also be used for nasal polyps when delivered as a nasal spray.
As a corticosteroid, it works by binding to glucocorticoid receptors and reducing the inflammatory response by inhibiting multiple inflammatory pathways, decreasing cytokine production, and reducing the activity of inflammatory cells in the airways.
This is a maintenance medication intended for regular use rather than acute symptom relief. Patients should rinse their mouth after inhalation to reduce the risk of oral thrush. Not for use during an active asthma attack. Tapering may be necessary with prolonged use to avoid adrenal suppression.
Official drug label
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