Description
Aerocort Rotacaps combine beclomethasone and Levosalbutamol, which have different mechanisms of action and show additive effects. It is prescribed to treat once your doctor has determined your need for inhaled corticosteroid and bronchodilator therapy.
— Beclomethasone dipropionate – Beclomethasone is a type of medicine known as corticosteroids that effectively reduce asthma symptoms and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in children.
— Levosalbutamol – Leoslabutamol is the most used bronchodilator drug for acute bronchospasm episodes caused by bronchial asthma, chronic bronchitis, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder.
The combination medicine is specially prescribed to patients who require regular doses of both drugs to treat their obstructive airways disease. It relieves symptoms such as wheezing, chest tightness, coughing, shortness of breath, and breathing difficulties.
Product Description
Aerocort Rotacaps should not be used in hypersensitive patients to any components. Reactions with Levosalbutamol have included rash, bronchospasm, angioedema, anaphylaxis, and oropharyngeal oedema.
Aerocort Rotacaps may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. However, limited studies have shown effects on the developing baby. Before prescribing the medicine, your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please talk to your doctor.
The product should not be used in acute attacks but for long g term routine management so that some patients will require a separate reliever inhaler for relief of acute bronchospasm.
For steroid-dependent patients, it is advisable to begin therapy with beclomethasone as a separate inhaler.
Side Effects
Aerocort Rotacaps may cause a few side effects like a burning sensation or irritation at the application site. Most of these side effects are temporary and improve with time. However, inform your doctor if you experience any other symptoms from Aerocort Rotacap.
How to Use
Read the prescription and instructions provided by your doctor before you start using Aerocort Rotacaps. If you have any questions regarding the use of the medicine, don’t hesitate to contact your doctor. Rotacaps are capsules used for inhalation only. Place the capsule at the base of the Rotahaler and completely twist the mouthpiece until you hear a click sound. Then, breathe deeply through the mouthpiece and hold your breaths for ten seconds.
Do not stop using the product without consulting your doctor. Some conditions may become worse when the treatment is stopped suddenly. Your dose may need to be gradually decreased. Use this medication as prescribed by your doctor to get the most benefit from it. The medicine works best when used at evenly spaced times. Do not increase your dose or longer than prescribed. Your condition will not improve any faster, and your risk of side effects will increase.
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