Description
What is Aerocort Rotacaps?
Aerocort Rotacap contains Levosalbutamol/Beclomethasone as active ingredients.
It works by making breathing easier by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways, relaxing the muscles in the airways.
Aerocort Rotacap is a member of the group of medication called short-acting beta-2 agonists. This drug is used for the relief of asthma symptoms, but it can also be used to delay delivery in women undergoing premature labor. It is very useful for averting asthma symptoms due to exercise and other situation too.
When is it prescribed?
Aerocort Rotacap is prescribed for the treatment of asthma.
How does it work?
This Rotacap is a combination of two medicines: Levosalbutamol and Beclometasone. Levosalbutamol is a bronchodilator which works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens the airways. Beclometasone is a steroid drug. It acts by stopping the release of certain natural substances in the body that cause inflammation (swelling) of the airways. Together, they make breathing easier.
how to Use Aerocort Rotacaps?
Rotacaps must not be swallowed. Check the label for directions before Utilize.Put the capsule not in the mouthpiece but at the base of rotahaler.
The mouthpiece needs to be entirely twisted until the sound of a click is heard and inhale in deeply through the mouthpiece.
Keep your breath hold for up to 10 seconds. Repeat the process If some powder remains in the rotahaler.
What is the Dosage?
Missed Dose
In case if you missed a dose, utilize it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of your next dosage, skip the missed dosage and continue your dosing planning. Do not utilize an extra dosage to make up for a missed dose. If you are continuously missing dosages, consider setting the alarm or asking a family member to remember you. Please consult your doctor or pharmacist to discuss changes in your dosing planning to make up for missed dosages, if you have missed too many dosages recently.
Overdose
Don’t utilize more than the prescribed dosage. Taking more drug will not improve your symptoms, but they may cause poisoning or severe adverse effects. If you feel that you or anyone else may have overdosed on this medication, please go to the emergency ward of your nearest hospital or nursing home. Bring a drug box, container, or label with you to help your doctors with the required information.
Do not give your capsules to other people even if you know that they have the same situation or it seems that they may have similar situations. This may lead to overdosage.
Please contact your doctor or pharmacist or product package for more information.
What are the adverse effects of Aerocort Rotacaps?
In addition to its intended effect, Aerocort Rotacap may cause some side effects too. In cases, you must seek medical attention immediately.
This is not an exhaustive list of adverse effects. Please discuss with your doctor if you experience any side reaction to the medication.
- Electrolyte imbalance
- Redistribution/accumulation of body fat
- Bone degradation
- Increased risk of infection
- Muscle disorders
- Increased blood pressure
- Skin scar
- Altered bone growth
- Behavioral changes
- The increased glucose level in the blood
- Cataract
What Precautions Need To Taken care?
General Instructions/Warning
Before using this Rotacap, inform your doctor about your current list of medicine, over the counter products, allergies, pre-existing diseases, and current health conditions (e.g., pregnancy, upcoming surgery, etc.). Some health situation may make you more susceptible to the adverse effect of the drug. Take as directed by your doctor or follow the direction printed on the product insert. Dosage is based on your condition. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens. Important counseling points are listed below.
When Not to Use?
Hypersensitivity to Aerocort Rotacap is a contraindication. Also, this Rotacap should not be used if you have the following conditions
- Asthma attack
- Allergic reactions
- Allergic to any ingredient
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Aerocort Rotacap may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Breastfeeding
Aerocort Rotacap is probably safe to use during lactation.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
What is Aerocort Rotacap?
Aerocort rotacap is a salt which performs its action by calming the muscles in the air passages and widens airways. This makes breathing easier. Is utilize to treat conditions such as Acute asthma, Asthma (Maintenance), Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, etc.
Are there any medications which should be avoided while taking Aerocort?
Avoid using Aerocort if you are using anticholinergic, beta-adrenergic agents, beta-blockers, diuretics, digoxin, MAO inhibitors, or anti-depressants.
What are the instructions for the disposal and storage of Aerocort?
Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store this medicine. According to the instructions mentioned on the pack. Dispose of unused medication. Make sure children, pets and other people do not consume it.
