The usual recommended dose of beclomethasone nasal spray for adults and children over 6 years of age is 2 applications into each nostril twice daily. The daily dosage should not exceed 12 applications for adults or 8 applications for children.
Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are using the medication without consulting your doctor.
Use beclomethasone nasal spray exactly as prescribed by your doctor. To be effective, it must be used regularly.
To use the spray:
- Clear the nasal passage by gently blowing your nose.
- Tilt your head forward slightly, then insert the nozzle of the spray into one nostril and close the other nostril with your finger.
- Press down on the nozzle once while breathing in through the nose and keeping your mouth closed.
- Exhale through your mouth.
Repeat the same procedure with the other nostril. Use your right hand to spray the left nostril and the left hand to spray the right nostril. Then repeat the entire process for each nostril for the second application. Try to aim the first spray high into the nose and the second one into the lower half of the nose.
If you are not sure how to use the nasal spray, ask your pharmacist, doctor, or other health care professional.
It is important to use Mylan Beclo AQ (Beclomethasone-nasal) exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose, administer it as soon as possible and continue with your regular schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not administer a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
Store Mylan Beclo AQ (Beclomethasone-nasal) at room temperature, protect it from light, and keep it out of the reach of children. Do not put Mylan Beclo AQ (Beclomethasone-nasal) in the refrigerator. You should discard the spray after 3 months of first opening.
Mylan Beclo AQ (Beclomethasone-nasal) is available under multiple brand names and/or in several different forms. Any specific brand name of Mylan Beclo AQ (Beclomethasone-nasal) may not be available in all of the forms listed here. The forms available for the specific brand you have searched are listed under "What form(s) does Mylan Beclo AQ (Beclomethasone-nasal) come in?"
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.