Aerocort Forte Rotacaps 200 Mcg/100 Mcg

Dr. Emily Brown

Dr. Ryan Mitchell

SKU

CMS1183

USA Brand Name

Aerocort Forte

Strength

200mcg/100mcg

Generic Name

Levosalbutamol/Levalbuterol (200mcg), Beclometasone

Manufacturer

Cipla, India

## Aerocort Forte Rotacaps (200 + 100) Mcg (Levosalbutamol + Beclomethasone)

## What Is The Generic Name For Aerocort Forte Rotacaps (200 + 100) Mcg:

Levosalbutamol and Beclomethasone is the generic version for Aerocort Rotacaps

## Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Aerocort Forte Rotacaps (200 + 100) Mcg (Levosalbutamol + Beclomethasone):

Aerocort Rotacaps

## About The Aerocort Forte Rotacaps (200 + 100) Mcg (Levosalbutamol + Beclomethasone):

Aerocort Forte Rotacaps contains active ingredients, Levosalbutamol 200 mcg and Beclomethasone 100 mcg, used in the treatment of Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder. You can buy it from all the leading pharmacy, drugstores and medical supply stores and can be given by doctor’s prescription only.

## Dosage Form:

Rotacaps

## Manufacturer:

Cipla (India) is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Levosalbutamol + Beclomethasone .

## Strength:

Aerocort Forte Rotacaps containing Levosalbutamol 200 mcg and Beclomethasone 100 mcg,is available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

## What Are The Uses Of The Aerocort Forte Rotacaps (200 + 100) Mcg (Levosalbutamol + Beclomethasone):

Aerocort Forte Rotacaps is used in the treatment of:

Asthma

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Wheezing

Lungs Inflammation

Constriction of Airways

Asphyxiation

Shortness of Breath

## How Aerocort Forte Rotacaps (200 + 100) Mcg (Levosalbutamol + Beclomethasone) Works:

Aerocort Forte Rotacaps (200 + 100) Mcg is consisting of:

Levosalbutamol is a bronchodilator which relaxes the muscles in the airways and makes breathing easier.

Beclomethasone (a corticosteroid) basically prevents the release of certain chemicals from the cells responsible for immune and allergic responses resulting in inflammation.

## Before You Use Aerocort Forte Rotacaps (200 + 100) Mcg (Levosalbutamol + Beclomethasone):

Make sure that:

You are not allergic to Beclomethasone Dipropionate and Levosalbutamol

You are not taking the medicines without in knowledge of your doctor or without prescriptions

Your doctor knows about your Surgeries, Diseases, Pre-existing disease and Medications, Food Habits, Supplements, etc.)

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Aerocort Forte Rotacaps (200 + 100) Mcg (Levosalbutamol + Beclomethasone):

Avoid the Alcohol and other drugs

Avoid driving and activities that require your alertness

You should surely avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions as these may react with Aerocort Rotacaps.

## When Not To Use Aerocort Forte Rotacaps (200 + 100) Mcg (Levosalbutamol + Beclomethasone):

You should avoid Levosalbutamol + Beclomethasone if you:

Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity to it

Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding

Have any Heart Problem

Have Thyroid Dysfunctioning

Are taking medicines which can react with it

Always discuss your medications with your doctor especially when you are going to start some new prescription medicines.

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Are Allergic to the spray or any of its contents

Have Heart Problems like Chest Pain

Are suffering from an over active thyroid gland functioning

Have any other disease

Are Pregnant/Breastfeeding

Are having any Medical history, Surgeries or on other medications

## Dosage:

Aerocort Forte Rotacaps containing Levosalbutamol 200 mcg and Beclomethasone 100 mcg is used in the treatment of Asthma and COPD. These Rotacaps are available in various strengths and substitutes and should be given on prescription only. Always ask your doctor for the frequency of dose as age and severity of the disease differ from patient to patient.

Adults and Children are advised to take Aerocort Forte Rotacaps at a fixed time, preferably suggested by the doctor. Do not take larger or smaller amounts than Prescribed. It should be used cautiously in pregnant and breastfeeding women. It should not be used continuously more than 3 months as it contains Beclomethasone

## How Much Of The Aerocort Forte Rotacaps (200 + 100) Mcg (Levosalbutamol + Beclomethasone) to Be Used:

You should inhale the content of one capsule at one time. Moreover, Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions for the dosage.

## How To Take The Aerocort Forte Rotacaps (200 + 100) Mcg (Levosalbutamol + Beclomethasone):

Aerocort Forte Rotacaps must not be swallowed. Place the capsule at the base of Rotahaler (a device to take Rotacaps).  Keep the Rotahaler straight while loading the dose. Twist the mouthpiece completely until you hear a click sound and breathe in deeply through the mouthpiece. Hold your breath for 10 seconds.

In case some powder remains in the Rotahaler, you should repeat the process.

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Aerocort Forte Rotacaps (200 + 100) Mcg (Levosalbutamol + Beclomethasone)

You are always advised to use Aerocort Forte Rotacaps for as long as your doctor has prescribed. You should not take it longer than three months continuously as it contains Beclomethasone (a cortico-steroid).

## Overdose:

Contact your doctor immediately if you are suspecting the Overdose symptoms.

## Missed Dose:

A missed dose of Rotacaps should be taken as soon as you remember. Skip the dose if it is the time for the next dose. Do not double the dose for next time if you missed once.

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Aerocort Forte Rotacaps (200 + 100) Mcg (Levosalbutamol + Beclomethasone)

Sleeplessness

Sinus or Throat Irritation

Headache

Severe Hypokalemia

Tremors Especially of Hands

Electrolyte Imbalance

Redistribution/Accumulation of Body Fat

Bone Degradation

Increased Risk of Infection

Muscle Disorders

Increased Blood Pressure

Skin Scar

Behavioral Changes

Increased Glucose Level in Blood

Cataract

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines may interact with Aerocort Forte Rotacaps which can produce some adverse effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You should always tell your doctor if you are on Vitamins, other Drugs or Herbal Supplements. It may react with few drugs below:

Aldesleukin

Azathioprine

Bendroflumethiazide

Cancer Chemotherapy

Carvedilol

Cyclosporine

## Warning And Precaution:

Aerocort Forte Rotacaps (200 + 100) Mcg should be used very cautiously in:

Hypersensitivity

Over Active Thyroid Gland

Heart Disease or Disorders

It is not recommended for pregnant/Breastfeeding women without consultation with doctor

Always consult your doctor to get best possible treatment and dosage adjustment in medical conditions.

## Things To Remember:

Keep out of reach of children

Regularly wipe the mouthpiece of Rotahaler with a fibre-free tissue/cloth

Always put the cap on Rotahaler after use

Always consult your doctor if you have any doubt regarding dose, time, and strength of the Tablet

## Indications :

Do not use Aerocort Forte Rotacaps without prescription

It is very important to check the label for the usage directions

Read the information on insert carefully

## Storage :

Store the Aerocort Forte Rotacaps at the cool temperature in dark and dry place. Do not refrigerate.