Beclomethasone Dipropionate Monohydrate
Beclomethasone Dipropionate Monohydrate is an inhaled corticosteroid used to prevent asthma symptoms and manage chronic respiratory inflammation. It works by reducing swelling and irritation in the airways, making breathing easier over time with regular use.
An inhaled corticosteroid that prevents asthma symptoms by reducing airway inflammation when used regularly.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 253156
- Generic
- Beclomethasone Dipropionate Monohydrate
- Class
- pin-variant
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Long-term management of asthma, prevention of exercise-induced asthma symptoms, and treatment of allergic rhinitis. Not effective for acute asthma attacks.
Acts locally in the lungs as an anti-inflammatory corticosteroid, inhibiting inflammatory cell activation and reducing airway edema, mucus secretion, and bronchoconstriction.
Requires consistent daily use for maximum benefit; does not provide immediate relief. Rinse mouth after inhalation to prevent oral thrush. Taper dose gradually when discontinuing. May affect growth in children with prolonged use.
Official drug label
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