Drug reference
beclomethasone-formoterol
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Drug class
Respiratory (Combination(Respiratory))
Mechanism of action
Beclomethasone: Potent anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid; inhibits inflammatory cells and release of inflammatory mediators. Formoterol: Long-acting selective beta2-adrenergic agonist with rapid onset of action; acts locally as bronchodilator.
Common side effects
- Tremor
- Pneumonia (in COPD patients)
- Oral candidiasis
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is beclomethasone-formoterol?
beclomethasone-formoterol belongs to: Respiratory.
How does beclomethasone-formoterol work?
Beclomethasone: Potent anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid; inhibits inflammatory cells and release of inflammatory mediators. Formoterol: Long-acting selective beta2-adrenergic agonist with rapid onset of action; acts locally as bronchodilator.
What are the common side effects of beclomethasone-formoterol?
Tremor, Pneumonia (in COPD patients), Oral candidiasis
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