beclomethasone

Beclomethasone (also known as beclometasone or beclomethasone dipropionate) is a synthetic glucocorticoid corticosteroid used primarily for its anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties. It is available in several formulations including inhalers (for asthma), nasal sprays (for allergic rhinitis and nasal polyps), creams (for dermatitis and psoriasis), and oral pills (occasionally for ulcerative colitis)[8][3]. The inhaled form is widely used in the long-term management of asthma by reducing airway inflammation and hyper-reactivity[1][2][3]. Its mechanism of action involves binding to the glucocorticoid receptor to inhibit pro-inflammatory signals while promoting anti-inflammatory gene expression[3]. Beclomethasone was first patented in 1962 and approved for medical use in 1976[8].

Brand names

QvarQvar RedihalerBecloventVancerilVanceril DS

Other names

beclometasone dipropionate