Additional Information

Why is this medication prescribed

Beclomethasone, a corticosteroid, is used to prevent allergy symptoms including sneezing, itching, and runny or stuffed nose. It is also used to shrink nasal polyps (lumps) and prevent them from returning after surgical removal.

This medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

What other information should I know

Keep all appointments with your doctor.

Your symptoms may improve after just a few days. If they do not improve within 3 weeks, call your doctor.

Avoid exposure to chicken pox and measles. This drug makes you more susceptible to these illnesses. If you are exposed to them while using beclomethasone, call your doctor. Do not have a vaccination or other immunization unless your doctor tells you that you may.

Report any injuries or signs of infection (fever, sore throat, pain during urination, and muscle aches) that occur during treatment.

If your sputum (the matter you cough up during an asthma attack) thickens or changes color from clear white to yellow, green, or gray, call your doctor; these changes may be signs of an infection.

Inhalation devices require regular cleaning, and some require periodic replacement. Follow the directions that come with your inhaler.

When corticosteroids are used by children or teenagers for a long time, they may slow down growth. If you notice that your child who is taking beclomethasone seems to be growing slowly, talk to your child's doctor.

Do not let anyone else use your medication. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.