Beclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate
About
Beclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate is a combination medication used to treat asthma. Asthma is a respiratory condition caused by hypersensitive airways, which become inflamed, swollen and filled with mucous, making breathing difficult. Symptoms include shortness of breath, wheezing, and cough.
Beclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate contains Beclomethasone dipropionate (corticosteroid) and Levosalbutamol sulphate (bronchodilator). Beclomethasone dipropionate works by preventing the release of certain chemicals in the body that cause inflammatory reactions. Levosalbutamol sulphate works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Thereby, Beclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate makes breathing easier.
Use Beclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate as prescribed. In some cases, Beclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate may cause certain common side effects such as thrush, hoarseness of voice and headache. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if these side effects persist or worsen.
Inform the doctor if you are allergic to any of the components in Beclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant, or breastfeeding. Beclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate is not recommended for children below 4years. Talk to your doctor before taking alcohol with Beclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate as there may be an interaction. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions.
Uses of Beclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate
Medicinal Benefits
Beclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate is a combination respiratory medicine containing Beclomethasone dipropionate and Levosalbutamol sulphate. It is used primarily to treat asthma. Beclomethasone dipropionate is a steroid that inhibits and suppresses inflammatory mediators and inflammatory cells. Levosalbutamol sulphate is a short-acting beta-agonist which stimulates the smooth muscle cells of the airways to relax, thereby easing the free flow of air. Thus, Beclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate is a potent antidote for breathing problems related to asthma and for treating the inflammation and swelling that constitutes asthma.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Beclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate
- Oral thrush
- Dry mouth
- Hoarseness of voice
- Sore throat
- Mouth infection
- Unpleasant taste or smell
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Talk to the doctor if you are allergic to any of the components in Beclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate. Keep your doctor informed if you suffer from hypersensitivity, thyroid problems, circulation disorders, lung infections, low potassium levels, diabetes, glaucoma, bone problems, or gastric issues such as lactose intolerance. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant, or breastfeeding. Keep your doctor informed of your entire medical history, including any use of antidepressants, anti-asthma drugs, corticosteroids, beta-blockers for blood pressure or diuretics/water tablets.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Beclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate may interact with beta-blockers, diuretics, monoamine oxidase inhibitors, digitalis glycoside (digoxin), anti-viral medications (cobicistat, ritonavir).
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have hypersensitivity, thyroid problems, circulation disorders, tuberculosis, lung infections, low potassium levels, diabetes or any gastric issues such as lactose intolerance and irritable bowel disease.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionIt is not known if alcohol interacts with Beclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate. However, it is advisable not to take or limit alcohol as a precautionary measure.
Pregnancy
cautionPlease consult the doctor. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies on pregnant women. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionBeclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate should be used in breastfeeding mothers only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Driving
safe if prescribedBeclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Liver
cautionIf you have any concerns regarding using Beclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate in patients with liver problems, please consult a doctor.
Kidney
cautionIf you have any concerns regarding using Beclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.
Children
cautionBeclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate can be used in children over 4years of age if prescribed by the doctor. Please consult your physician if you have any concerns.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Practising deep breathing exercises might help in controlling asthma attacks and relieving symptoms.
- Invest in good hygiene and relaxation techniques.
- Maintain a healthy body weight by exercising for at least 30 minutes every day. However, do not overexert yourself.
- Avoid tobacco use.
- Practise good oral hygiene.
- Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to strengthen your breathing muscles and boost your immune system.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Asthma: Asthma is a respiratory condition caused by hypersensitive airways, which become inflamed, swollen and filled with mucous, making breathing difficult. Symptoms include shortness of breath, wheezing, night cough, anxiety, blueing of the face, chest pressure, rapid breathing etc. The symptoms of mild persistent asthma may occur more than two times in a week and up to 4 nights in a month, whereas, in the case of severe persistent asthma, the symptoms occur several times every day and most nights. The treatment for asthma includes medication, breathing exercises and self-care.
FAQs
Beclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate works by relaxing the airways and reducing mucosal inflammation, thereby easing the free flow of air and facilitating breathing.
Beclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate may cause fungal infection (oral thrush) in the mouth. It is not necessary for everyone taking Beclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate to experience this side effect. However, brush your teeth or rinse your mouth with water after using Beclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate every time to avoid such side effects.
To treat your condition effectively, continue using Beclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate for as long as it has been prescribed by the doctor. Inform your doctor if you experience any difficulty while using Beclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate.
No, Beclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate does not relieve sudden asthma symptoms. Therefore, it is advised to carry a rescue inhaler always to treat sudden asthma symptoms.
Beclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate should be used with caution in patients with osteoporosis (low bone density resulting in weak and brittle bones) as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have osteoporosis before taking Beclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate so that the dose may be adjusted or an alternate medicine may be prescribed.
Sometimes, Beclomethasone Dipropionate+levosalbutamol Sulphate may produce an unpleasant taste; if this occurs, gargle your mouth with water or drink some water.
