Beclometasone dipropionate ( INN modified) or beclomethasone dipropionate ( USAN , former BAN ), also referred to as beclometasone (INN), is a potent glucocorticoid steroid . In the form of an inhaler (e.g. more

Beclometasone dipropionate ( INN modified) or beclomethasone dipropionate ( USAN , former BAN ), also referred to as beclometasone (INN), is a potent glucocorticoid steroid . In the form of an inhaler (e.g. Becotide, Qvar), a wide number of brands of which are available, it is used for the prophylaxis of asthma . As a nasal spray (e.g. Beconase, Vancenase), it is used for the treatment of rhinitis (e.g. hayfever ) and sinusitis . In some instances it is used by oral pathologists in the treatment of unusually severe canker sores. less