Beclate 200 hfa

Short Description

Beclate 200 hfa is a steroid used in the prevention and treatment of asthma, suppressing inflammation in the lungs and airway passage, widening the airway to make breathing easier.

Dosage Form

Inhaler

Introduction

Beclate 200 hfa should be taken in the dose and duration as directed by your doctor. The effect of this medicine may be noticeable after a few days but will only reach its maximum after a few weeks. This medicine must be used regularly to be effective. You should continue taking it even if you do not have any symptoms. If you stop taking it, your asthma may get worse. To get the most benefit from this medicine, you need to make sure you get your inhaler technique right. For normal hygiene, the mouthpiece of the inhaler should be cleaned weekly with a clean, dry tissue or cloth. You should not wash or put any part of the inhaler in water.

Check the label for directions before use. Shake the inhaler. While you are breathing in from mouth, press down on the inhaler one time to release the medication and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Repeat until you have inhaled the number of puffs as suggested by the doctor. Afterwards, rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and spit it out.

Side Effects

Irritation in the throat, sore tongue or throat, cough, and headache.

Alcohol Warning

Consuming alcohol with Beclate 200 hfa does not cause any harmful side effects.

Breastfeeding Warning

Beclate 200 hfa is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Beclate 200 hfa may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Interacting Medicines

Acarbose Amlodipine Aprepitant Atazanavir

Beclate 200 hfa is a steroid that prevents the cells in the lungs and breathing passages from releasing chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling) of the airways, widening the airways and making breathing easier.

Make sure you get your inhaler technique right, clean the mouthpiece of the inhaler weekly with a clean, dry tissue or cloth, and do not wash or put any part of the inhaler in water.