Beclometasone dipropionate (Clipper)

Indications

Adjunct to aminosalicylates in acute mild to moderate UC in adults

Contraindications

Severe hepatic impairment; congestive heart failure; diabetes; diverticulitis; epilepsy; glaucoma; hypertension; hypothyroidism; infection; myasthenia gravis; herpes simplex eye infection; osteoporosis; peptic ulcer; psychiatric reactions; recent intestinal anastomoses; recent myocardial infarction; severe affective disorders (particularly if history of steroid-induced psychosis); thromboembolic disorders. Use during pregnancy and breastfeeding if benefit outweighs risk. Caution in renal impairment | Potential side effects: Anxiety; changes in mood and behaviour; cataracts; cognitive impairment; Cushing’s syndrome; electrolyte imbalance; fatigue; fluid retention; gastrointestinal discomfort; headache; impaired healing; hirsutism; hypertension; increased risk of infection; menstrual cycle irregularities; nausea; osteoporosis; peptic ulcer; psychotic disorder; skin reactions; sleep disorders; weight increase

Preparations Available

Oral tablet

Quantity

Dose: 5mg once daily for up to 4 weeks 3mg

Sizes Available

5mg tablets (30), £56.56

Price

5mg tablets (30), £56.56

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