Clenil Modulite

Clenil Modulite is a steroid inhaler. It contains the active ingredient beclometasone and is used every day to prevent asthma symptoms, such as coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath. It works to relax your immune system by reducing inflammation and swelling in your airways, which can make breathing difficult.

If you have a Clenil brown inhaler, you should also have a separate blue reliever inhaler, such as Ventolin or salbutamol.

A Clenil inhaler delivers a corticosteroid (beclometasone dipropionate) to the lungs. Beclometasone mimics the effects of natural steroid hormones produced by the adrenal glands, which are found just above the kidneys. In doing so, beclometasone helps calm your immune system, reducing inflammation in your lungs, which can make it difficult to breathe if you have asthma.

Clenil Modulite works to prevent asthma symptoms, so it will not relieve them during an asthma attack. This means you should have a separate blue inhaler called a reliever inhaler that contains a bronchodilator medication to relax the smooth muscles in your lungs, opening the airways and making it easier to breathe.

How long does Clenil take to work?

Clenil Modulite does not work straight away. You will need to use it every day for it to be effective. Many people notice that they wheeze less or feel less breathless 3 to 7 days after starting to use the Clenil inhaler. However, it can take several weeks to notice the full benefits.

Clenil Modulite needs to be used every day to remain effective. Each inhaler contains 200 puffs, which means it could last:

The active ingredient in Clenil Modulite is beclometasone dipropionate, which has been shown to be highly effective in preventing asthma symptoms. A review found that beclometasone improved forced expiratory volume in one second and lowered the use of reliever inhalers compared to a placebo.

In a recent study looking at the effectiveness of a combination inhaler which contains beclometasone and formoterol, poorly controlled asthma fell from 65% to 17.5% by the end of the study.

Clenil Modulite is a pressurised metered-dose inhaler (pMDI) that delivers a pre-measured amount of medication into the lungs via the mouth. It is easy to use and can either be used alone or with a volumatic spacer. A volumatic spacer helps to deliver the dose effectively, and should always be used by children under the age of 16, or adults who are prescribed a total of 1000 micrograms (mcg) or more a day.

Clenil Modulite is available in 4 strengths:

• 50 mcg
• 100 mcg
• 200 mcg
• 250 mcg

You must use the inhaler exactly as your doctor has told you to. They will tell you how, when, and how many puffs you need to take.

If the inhaler is new and has not been used before, or if you have not used it for 3 days or more, you need to test it first. You can do this by releasing 1 puff into the air to make sure it works. If this is the first time you are using the Clenil inhaler, the dose counter should display ‘200’, indicating 200 doses remain.

To use the Clenil Modulite inhaler, you should:

1. Remove the mouthpiece cover and check inside to ensure the mouthpiece is clean and free of debris.
2. Hold the inhaler upright with your thumb on the base and your first finger on top of the metal canister.
3. Place the mouthpiece in your mouth and close your lips around it, being careful not to bite down on it.
4. Slowly breathe in through your mouth, then press down on the canister to release a puff of medication. Keep breathing in steadily and slowly.
5. Hold your breath and remove the inhaler from your mouth.
6. Keep holding your breath for a few seconds or as long as you comfortably can. Then, breathe out slowly.
7. If you have been prescribed another puff, wait for 30 seconds and then repeat steps 2 to 6.
8. Replace the mouthpiece cover.

When to take Clenil Modulite

Your doctor will tell you when you need to use your Clenil brown inhaler. However, you will usually need to take it twice a day, so in the morning and evening is recommended.

A recent study found that using Clenil Modulite between 3 pm and 4 pm improved overnight outcomes for people with asthma.

How often can you take Clenil Modulite?

Clenil Modulite is prescribed as a regular preventative treatment for asthma and is usually taken twice a day.

The dose your doctor prescribed will depend on how severe your asthma is, but some of the usual doses for adults are:

Like all medications, Clenil Modulite can cause side effects, but not everyone will get them.

Very common side effects, affecting more than 1 in 10 people, are:

• thrush in the mouth and throat

Common side effects, affecting up to 1 in 10 people, include:

• hoarse voice
• sore throat or tongue

Uncommon side effects, affecting up to 1 in 100 people, are:

• allergic reactions

Very rare side effects, affecting up to 1 in 10,000 people, are:

• swelling of the face, eyes, lips, and throat
• changes to the natural production of steroids in the body
• reduced bone mineral density
• eye problems (cataracts and glaucoma)

A full list of Clenil Modulite side effects can be found in the patient information leaflet that comes with the Clenil inhaler.

How long do Clenil Modulite side effects last?

The most common Clenil Modulite side effects are mild and should go away as your body gets used to the medication. Rinsing your mouth after using the inhaler can help to stop thrush in the mouth and throat.

What to do if you get Clenil Modulite side effects

You can manage mild Clenil inhaler side effects by:

• speaking to a pharmacist about antifungal treatments if you get thrush in your mouth
• staying hydrated, especially if you have a sore throat
• taking over-the-counter painkillers for pain, like a sore throat or tongue

If you get any of the following serious side effects as soon as you’ve used the inhaler, stop using Clenil Modulite and use a fast-acting reliever inhaler straight away and contact your doctor:

• wheezing
• shortness of breath
• coughing

Clenil Modulite may not be suitable for everyone.

Do not use Clenil Modulite if you are:

• allergic to beclametasone or any other listed ingredients
• having an asthma attack or a sudden attack of breathlessness

Tell your doctor if you:

• have or have ever been treated for tuberculosis (TB)
• need to avoid alcohol for any reason
• notice that your asthma is getting worse
• feel generally unwell if you have switched from steroid tablets to an inhaler

Clenil Modulite and other medications

Before taking Clenil Modulite, tell your doctor if you are taking any prescribed, over-the-counter, or herbal medications. Some medications can increase the effects of Clenil Modulite, so it is important that your doctor knows if you are taking anything else before you start treatment.

Can I use my Clenil Modulite inhaler if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or think you might be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, speak to your doctor before starting a Clenil inhaler.

Clenil Modulite is a prescription-only medication, which means you must have a doctor’s approval before obtaining it. Once you have a prescription, you may be able to get it privately or on the NHS.

Can I buy Clenil inhaler online?

Yes, if you can buy Clenil Modulite inhaler if you have already been prescribed one to manage your asthma by a doctor, you can get a repeat order from Asda Online Doctor by:

1. Completing a short online health consultation.
2. One of our doctors will review your answers and make sure the inhaler is right for you.
3. If your request is approved, your medication can be posted to your home address, or you can choose to collect it from a local Asda Pharmacy.

By ordering a repeat Clenil Modulite inhaler from us, you can make sure you have your asthma treatment without a face-to-face appointment. We’ll even deliver it discreetly to your home address.

Please note: You must already be prescribed a Clenil Modulite inhaler to get repeat treatment from Asda Online Doctor. If you would like to start treatment, you must make an appointment to see your usual GP.

Can I buy a Clenil Modulite inhaler over the counter?

No, to get a Clenil inhaler, you must have a prescription from a doctor, so it cannot be bought over-the-counter.

Can I get Clenil Modulite on the NHS?

Yes, Clenil Modulite is available on the NHS with a prescription from a doctor. You will need to make an appointment with your GP to get it on the NHS.

Clenil Modulite is not the only preventer inhaler available to manage asthma. The current UK asthma guidelines state that everyone with asthma must have inhaled steroids as part of their treatment plan. This means that if you are just starting treatment or still need to use a blue reliever inhaler, you should be offered a combination inhaler that contains both a steroid and a bronchodilator called formoterol.

Please note: You will need to see your GP if you are currently using an inhaler and wish to change it. Online doctor services like Asda Online Doctor are not able to make this change.

A combination inhaler can be used in 2 ways:

1. Anti-inflammatory reliever (AIR) therapy – this is where you use a combination inhaler in the same way you would use a blue reliever inhaler, as an when needed. However, this type of inhaler contains a corticosteroid, just like Clenil Modulite, so it can reduce inflammation and relieve asthma symptoms. You may be prescribed an AIR treatment plan if you only have asthma symptoms occasionally, at certain times of the year, or your symptoms are triggered by occasional allergens like other people’s pets or exercise. At Asda Online Doctor, we can provide Symbicort.
2. Maintenance and reliever therapy (MART) – with this type of therapy, you use a combination inhaler as a preventer and a reliever rather than having 2 separate inhalers. You use it every day to prevent asthma symptoms, but you can also use it as and when needed to relieve symptoms of an asthma attack. At Asda Online Doctor, we offer the Fostair combination inhaler for MART therapy.

If you still use a separate preventer and reliever inhaler, you will need a Clenil Modulite alternative brown inhaler. We can provide:

• Pulmicort Turbohaler – a type of preventer inhaler that contains a different type of corticosteroid called budesonide and works by reducing inflammation and swelling in the airways to prevent asthma attacks. It’s also a dry powder inhaler, which means it is activated by taking a forceful breath in rather than using propellant gases
• Qvar – a type of preventer inhaler that contains beclometasone, the same active ingredient as Clenil Modulite, so it works in the same way, but it is available in different inhaler types, so it may be suitable if you struggle to use a pMDI

If you also need a repeat reliever inhaler, check our asthma service page to see if our doctors can help.

Clenil vs Soprobec

Clenil and Soprobec are similar preventer inhalers that contain the same active ingredient, beclometasone. They work in the same way to reduce inflammation in the airways, making breathing easier and preventing asthma symptoms. The biggest differences are the name and the cost. At Asda Online Doctor, we only offer Clenil Modulite.

Clenil vs Qvar

Clenil Modulite and Qvar inhalers both contain the same corticosteroid, but Qvar contains extra-fine particles and is more potent than Clenil. If you switch from one to the other, a doctor will need to adjust your dose.