Beclomethasone: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan
Beclomethasone is an inhaled corticosteroid. It is a prescription medicine used for asthma prevention. In Pakistan it is available as inhalers, sprays and tablets, made by 2 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.
How Beclomethasone works
Beclometasone (beclomethasone) is a corticosteroid that reduces inflammation and swelling in the lining of the airways. Over time this makes the airways less sensitive and less likely to narrow in response to triggers such as allergens, cold air or infections. Because it is inhaled, it acts directly in the lungs with much less reaching the rest of the body.
What is Beclomethasone used for?
- Asthma prevention
Beclomethasone inhalers are used regularly to prevent asthma symptoms such as wheezing, coughing, chest tightness and breathlessness, and to reduce the risk of asthma attacks. They are known as 'preventer' inhalers and work gradually, so they do not relieve sudden symptoms; a reliever inhaler such as salbutamol is needed for that. Some combination inhalers containing beclometasone are also used in COPD.
Side effects of Beclomethasone
Side effects of Beclomethasone mainly affect the mouth and throat. The more common include:
- Hoarse voice
- Oral thrush (white patches in the mouth)
- Sore throat
- Cough after inhaling
- Headache
Seek urgent medical help if your breathing becomes much worse, your reliever is not helping, or you develop swelling of the face or throat. Also see a doctor if you notice blurred vision.
Precautions and warnings
- Rinse your mouth with water and spit it out after each use, or use a spacer, to reduce the risk of hoarseness and oral thrush.
- Keep using Beclomethasone regularly even when you feel well, and do not stop suddenly without advice. Ask your pharmacist or doctor to check your inhaler technique.
- Different brands of beclometasone inhaler are not always equivalent in strength, so do not switch brands unless your doctor advises.
- Tell your doctor if you have had tuberculosis. Children on long-term treatment should have their growth checked.
- Inhaled steroids are generally continued in pregnancy and breastfeeding, because uncontrolled asthma carries greater risks, but let your doctor know if you are pregnant.
Frequently asked questions about Beclomethasone
What is the price of Beclomethasone in Pakistan?
At Medimart, Beclomethasone products currently in stock range from Rs 872 to Rs 1,782 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Bekson Inhaler Forte 250mcg at Rs 872. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.Which brands of Beclomethasone are available in Pakistan?
Beclomethasone is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Clenil (Chiesi Pharmaceuticals Ltd), Clipper (Chiesi Pharmaceuticals Ltd), Bekson (Getz Pharma Ltd) and Rinoclenil (Chiesi Pharmaceuticals Ltd).Do I need a prescription for Beclomethasone?
Yes. Beclomethasone is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.
Can Beclomethasone be used during pregnancy?
Inhaled steroids are generally continued in pregnancy and breastfeeding, because uncontrolled asthma carries greater risks, but let your doctor know if you are pregnant.
Are all Beclomethasone brands the same?
Brands that contain the same amount of Beclomethasone in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.
Beclomethasone brands and prices in Pakistan
Medimart lists 6 products containing Beclomethasone from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.
