Description
| Medicine | |
| Alchohol Interaction | Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor. |
| Pregnancy Interaction | Aerocort Rotacap 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 Rotacap 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 infections in the mouth, Respiratory tract infection, Headache, Muscle cramp. |
| How to Use | Rotacaps must not be swallowed. Check the label for directions before use. Place the capsule at the base of rotahaler, not in the mouthpiece. Twist the mouthpiece completely until your hear a click and breathe in deeply through the mouthpiece. Hold your breath for up to 10 seconds. If some powder remains in the rotahaler repeat the process. |
| Driving | Do not drive unless you are feeling well.Aerocort Rotacap may cause side effects such as dizziness, increased or uneven heart rate, muscle cramps or muscle pain. This may affect your ability to drive. |
| Kidney | There is limited information available on the use of Aerocort Rotacap in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. |
| Liver | There is limited information available on the use of Aerocort Rotacap in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor. |
| Mechanism of action | Aerocort Rotacap is a combination of two medicines: Salbutamol / Albuterol and Beclometasone.tSalbutamol / Albuterol is a bronchodilator which works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens the airways. Beclometasone is a steroid. It acts by stopping the release of certain natural substances in body that are responsible for inflammation (swelling) of the airways. Together, they make breathing easier. |
Tags: Aerocort Rotacap