Beconase Hayfever



 
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Beconase Hayfever - Basic Information

 

Indication of Beconase Hayfever:

Allergic rhinitisVasomotor rhinitisNasal polyposis

Action of Beconase Hayfever:

Produce local anti-inflammatory effects, decrease capillary permeability and mucous production, and produce vasoconstriction in the nasal mucosa.Onset of action within 3-7 hours; effective on an as-needed basis; optimum effect after several days of regular use.

Dose Advice of Beconase Hayfever:

Adult: 2 sprays into each nostril twice daily up to a maximum of 8 sprays daily.Child 3-12 years: Initially, 1 spray into each nostril twice daily then 1 spray into each nostril once daily.Pregnancy: Safe to useLactation: Safe to use

Schedule of Beconase Hayfever:

S3

Common side effects of Beconase Hayfever:

Nasal stinging, itchingSneezingSore throatDry mouthCough

Uncommon side effects of Beconase Hayfever:

Nose bleedNasal septal perforationGlaucomaCataractAllergic reactions (urticaria, angioedema, bronchospasm, rash)Patients transferred from oral to nasal steroids may have impaired adrenal function.Nasal corticosteroids may cause nose bleeding in people with bleeding disorders.Nasal corticosteroids may delay healing in patients who have recently undergone surgery or trauma.Systemic adverse effects are rare with nasal corticosteroid preparations when used at recommended doses. Occurrence of systemic adverse effects depends on amount of systemic absorption, which is influenced by dosage, duration of treatment and delivery system used Adrenal impairment: may occur with high doses.Bone density loss: clinical implications concerning the risk of osteoporosis and fracture are still unknown.Glaucoma, cataract: risk may be increased Skin thinning and bruising: may occur with high doses.Impaired growth: corticosteroids may reduce growth velocity mainly in the first year of treatment; effect on growth of other organs (e.g. brain and lung) is not well known.

Diseases treated by Beconase Hayfever:

Hayfever or Seasonal Rhinitis Perennial Allergic Rhinitis


GN: Beclomethasone dipropionate

Con: Allergic rhinitis