Vanceril
Vanceril
[van´sĕ-ril″]beclomethasone diproprionate
A glucocorticosteroid with enhanced receptor-binding activity, but more rapid presystemic metabolism, which is used in inhalation prophylaxis of asthma, as well as rhinitis and sinusitis.Pros
Enhanced receptor-binding activity; rapid presystemic metabolism.
Adverse effects
Cough, increased risk of nasopharyngeal candidiasis, dysosmia (smell of burning plastic), dysgeusia, central serous retinopathy.