BECLOMETHASONE DIPROPRIONATE HFA
(QVAR)Standard Prescription
beclomethasone {MDI}{Nasal Spray} __mcg ___(frequency)
Dosages
Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI):
Low dose: 50-100 mcg/dose inhaled BID
Medium dose: >100-200 mcg/dose inhaled BID
High dose: >200-400 mcg/dose inhaled BID
Nasal Spray:
>6 yrs: 2 sprays each nostril BID
Mechanism of Action
Inhaled corticosteroid
Forms Supplied
HFA Inhaler (MDI): 50 mcg/puff 100 mcg/puff
Nasal spray: 50 mcg/spray
Nasal spray: 50 mcg/spray
Comments
Inhaler:
Use with valved holding chamber (e.g. Aerochamber) recommended.
Significant improvements may be seen within 4-7 days.
Dose depends upon severity and response. Titrate to lowest effective dose.
High dose may be associated with significant side effects - refer to asthma specialists.
Side effects: dysphonia and oral thrush. Rinse mouth after inhalation.
100 mcg ciclesonide= 125 mcg fluticasone = 100 mcg beclomethasone dipropionate = 200 mcg budesonide
May take up to 2 weeks of regular use before full benefit of medication is known
May cause transient epistaxis and nasal irritation. Taste and smell alteration also reported.
Use with valved holding chamber (e.g. Aerochamber) recommended.
Significant improvements may be seen within 4-7 days.
Dose depends upon severity and response. Titrate to lowest effective dose.
High dose may be associated with significant side effects - refer to asthma specialists.
Side effects: dysphonia and oral thrush. Rinse mouth after inhalation.
100 mcg ciclesonide= 125 mcg fluticasone = 100 mcg beclomethasone dipropionate = 200 mcg budesonide
Health Canada approved age of use is > 5 years old.
Nasal Spray:
May take up to 2 weeks of regular use before full benefit of medication is known
May cause transient epistaxis and nasal irritation. Taste and smell alteration also reported.
References
44, 127, 189, 198
Last Edited
2022-06-09 03:29:14