Beclate Rotacaps 200 mcg

Beclate Rotacaps 200 mcg is a prescription inhaled medicine containing beclomethasone, a corticosteroid used to help control asthma symptoms. Each rotacap contains 200 micrograms of beclomethasone for inhalation through a compatible rotahaler device, and a strip/box contains 10 packs as supplied. It helps reduce swelling and irritation in the airways so breathing becomes easier over time, but it is not a rescue inhaler for sudden asthma attacks. This product is for ongoing asthma control and is usually chosen when a clinician wants a specific inhaled steroid dose in rotacap form.

How it works: Beclomethasone is an inhaled corticosteroid that calms inflammation inside the airways, which can lower mucus, swelling, and tightening that trigger asthma symptoms. In this rotacap form, the powder is inhaled into the lungs through the device so the medicine acts where it is needed most.

Beclate Rotacaps 200 mcg is a higher per-capsule strength than Beclate Rotacaps 400 mcg only in terms of how the dose is delivered per inhalation session, so the right choice depends on the doctor’s prescribed total daily inhaled steroid dose and the patient’s inhaler technique. It may suit patients who need a moderate, doctor-assessed maintenance dose or who are being titrated to a specific corticosteroid amount using fewer inhalations.

• Maintenance treatment of asthma
• Prevention of asthma symptoms
• Reduction of airway inflammation
• Help to reduce wheezing and shortness of breath
• Controller therapy for persistent asthma

• Use Beclate Rotacaps 200 mcg only with the prescribed rotahaler or compatible inhalation device; do not swallow the capsule.
• Place the rotacap in the device and inhale the powder deeply as directed by your doctor or pharmacist.
• Do not take this medicine to relieve a sudden asthma attack; keep a fast-acting rescue inhaler available if prescribed.
• Try to take it at the same time each day to support regular asthma control.
• After inhaling, rinse your mouth with water and spit it out to lower the risk of oral thrush.
• Follow the exact number of inhalations your prescriber ordered; do not use extra doses without medical advice.

Each Beclate Rotacaps 200 mcg rotacap provides 200 micrograms of beclomethasone per inhalation unit. The number of rotacaps taken, how often they are used, and the maximum daily amount are determined by the doctor based on asthma severity, response, and other inhaled medicines; do not self-adjust this higher-strength product. This 200 mcg strength is meant for patients whose clinician has specifically chosen this dose rather than starting at a lower strength.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Beclomethasone may include:

• Hoarseness or voice changes
• Throat irritation
• Cough after inhalation
• Dry mouth or unpleasant taste
• Oral thrush (white patches in the mouth)
• Mild headache
• Upper respiratory infection symptoms

• Not for sudden asthma attacks or status asthmaticus
• Use exactly as prescribed; higher-strength inhaled steroids can raise the risk of thrush and voice changes if overused
• Rinse and spit after each dose to reduce mouth fungal infection risk
• Tell your doctor if you have tuberculosis, untreated infections, or frequent mouth sores
• Tell your clinician if you have eye problems such as glaucoma or cataracts, especially with long-term use
• If you are switching from oral steroids, the change must be supervised because steroid withdrawal can be serious
• If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have liver disease, ask your doctor whether this strength is appropriate

• Other corticosteroids, including oral, nasal, or inhaled steroids
• Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors such as ritonavir or cobicistat
• Certain antifungal medicines like ketoconazole or itraconazole
• Immunosuppressive medicines that may increase infection risk

Store Beclate Rotacaps 200 mcg in the original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture and excessive heat, and keep each capsule sealed until use.