Beclate
Beclate contains Beclomethasone dipropionate, a synthetic corticosteroid with potent anti-inflammatory action. It works by reducing swelling, irritation, and inflammation in the airways, making it easier to breathe. It is a controller medication used for the long-term management of asthma and is not effective for relieving acute asthma attacks.
Dosage by Body Weight
Use strictly as directed by your doctor. Beclate must be used regularly to be effective, even when symptom-free. Always rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and spit it out after each use to prevent oral thrush (fungal infection). Not intended for rapid relief of bronchospasm.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Avoid use
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy in infants under 5 kg have not been established. Avoid use unless explicitly prescribed by a pediatric specialist.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not routinely prescribed
- Frequency
- Under specialist guidance only
- Tracking Notes
- Inhaled corticosteroids are rarely indicated in this weight range. Requires expert pediatric pulmonology assessment and must be administered using a spacer with a face mask.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 50 mcg to 100 mcg daily
- Frequency
- Divided into 1 or 2 doses per day
- Tracking Notes
- Administer via a metered-dose inhaler (MDI) with a suitable spacer and face mask, or via nebulized suspension. Titrate to the lowest effective dose.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 100 mcg daily
- Frequency
- Divided into 1 or 2 doses per day
- Tracking Notes
- Always use a spacer device to ensure correct lung deposition and minimize systemic absorption. Monitor child's growth during long-term therapy.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 100 mcg to 200 mcg daily
- Frequency
- Divided into 1 or 2 doses per day
- Tracking Notes
- Adjust dose based on asthma severity and control. Ensure child rinses and spits after inhalation to prevent hoarseness and oral candidiasis.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | Avoid use | Safety and efficacy in infants under 5 kg have not been established. Avoid use unless explicitly prescribed by a pediatric specialist. |
| 5-7 kg | Not routinely prescribed | Under specialist guidance only | Inhaled corticosteroids are rarely indicated in this weight range. Requires expert pediatric pulmonology assessment and must be administered using a spacer with a face mask. |
| 8-10 kg | 50 mcg to 100 mcg daily | Divided into 1 or 2 doses per day | Administer via a metered-dose inhaler (MDI) with a suitable spacer and face mask, or via nebulized suspension. Titrate to the lowest effective dose. |
| 11-15 kg | 100 mcg daily | Divided into 1 or 2 doses per day | Always use a spacer device to ensure correct lung deposition and minimize systemic absorption. Monitor child's growth during long-term therapy. |
| 16-20 kg | 100 mcg to 200 mcg daily | Divided into 1 or 2 doses per day | Adjust dose based on asthma severity and control. Ensure child rinses and spits after inhalation to prevent hoarseness and oral candidiasis. |
Formulation
Purpose
Preventative treatment for chronic bronchial asthma, allergic rhinitis, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Generic Name
Beclomethasone dipropionateScheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.