Steradin 100 mcg/puff (Inhaler)
200 metered doses: ৳ 271.84
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Beclomethasone dipropionate inhaler |
| Company | Aci limited |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Prophylactic management of mild, moderate, or severe asthma in adults or children
- Preventative treatment for asthma
- Effective anti-inflammatory action in the lungs
- Lower incidence and severity of adverse effects compared to systemic corticosteroids
- Management of mild, moderate, and severe asthma cases
- Reduction or elimination of oral corticosteroid requirement
Pharmacology
- Produces anti-inflammatory and vasoconstrictor effects
- Mechanisms responsible for anti-inflammatory action are unknown
- Wide range of effects on multiple cell types and mediators involved in inflammation
- Pro-drug with weak glucocorticoid receptor binding affinity
- Hydrolyzed to active metabolite beclomethasone-17-monopropionate (B-17-MP)
Dosage
- For oral inhalation use only
- Starting dose appropriate to the severity of the disease
- Adjustable dose until control is achieved
- Usual starting dose for adults is 200 micrograms twice a day
- Total daily dose may be administered as two, three, or four divided doses
- Recommended doses for children based on response
Administration
- Correct and regular use prevents or lessens the severity of asthma attacks
- Simple steps to use the inhaler effectively
- Instructions for cleaning the inhaler to maintain hygiene
- Check technique in front of a mirror to ensure proper usage
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any of the components
- Special care necessary in patients with active or quiescent pulmonary tuberculosis
Side Effects
- Systemic effects may occur, particularly at high doses for prolonged periods
- Possible systemic effects include Cushing's syndrome, Cushingoid features, adrenal suppression, growth retardation, decrease in bone mineral density, cataract, and glaucoma
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Inadequate evidence of safety in human pregnancy
- Administration to pregnant animals can cause abnormalities of fetal development
- Therapeutic benefits must be weighed against potential hazards to the mother and baby during breastfeeding
Precautions & Warnings
- Patients should be instructed in the proper use of the inhaler
- Regular daily usage recommended even when asymptomatic
- Technique should be checked to ensure drug reaches target lung areas
Therapeutic Class
- Respiratory corticosteroids
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30°C, protected from direct sunlight and heat
- Canister should not be broken, punctured, or burnt
- Keep away from eyes and out of reach of children