Vanceril

Vanceril

 [van´sĕ-ril″] trademark for a beclomethasone dipropionate inhaler" >metered-dose inhaler used for bronchial asthma.

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.

Vanceril®

Beclomethasone dipropionate Critical care An aerosolized steroid for inhalation treatment of asthma. See Nebulizer.