Description
| Medicine | |
| Alchohol Interaction | No interaction found |
| Pregnancy Interaction | AEROCORT HFA 100 MCG/50 MCG INHALER may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor. |
| Lactation Interaction | AEROCORT HFA 100 MCG/50 MCG INHALER is probably safe to use during lactation. \nLimited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby. |
| Common Side Effect | Hoarseness of voice, Sore throat, Fungal infection of mouth, Respiratory tract infection, Headache, Muscle cramp. |
| How to Use | Check the label for directions before use. Shake the inhaler. While you are breathing in from mouth, press down on the inhaler one time to release the medication and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Repeat until you have inhaled the number of puffs as suggested by the doctor.Afterwards, rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and spit it out. |
| Driving | AEROCORT HFA 100 MCG/50 MCG INHALER may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive. |
| Kidney | There is limited information available on the use of AEROCORT HFA 100 MCG/50 MCG INHALER in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. |
| Liver | There is limited information available on the use of AEROCORT HFA 100 MCG/50 MCG INHALER in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor. |
| Mechanism of action | AEROCORT HFA 100 MCG/50 MCG INHALER is a combination of two medicines: Levosalbutamol / Levalbuterol and Beclometasone.tLevosalbutamol / Levalbuterol is a bronchodilator which works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens the airways. Beclometasone is a steroid medicine. It acts by stopping the release of certain natural substances in body that cause inflammation (swelling) of the airways. Together, they make breathing easier. |