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Aerocort Rotacap

Manufacturer :  Cipla Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Salbutamol, Beclometasone
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Aerocort Rotacap

Aerocort is a member of the group of drugs called short-acting beta-2 agonists. This medicine is used to treat asthma.

This medication should be used with caution in those with severe asthma, heart problems, high blood pressure, diabetes, an overactive thyroid gland, infection of the lungs, arrhythmias, those who have intolerance to some sugars or those with low levels of potassium in their blood.

    What are the uses of Aerocort Rotacap

    What are the contraindications of Aerocort Rotacap ?

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    What are the side effects of Aerocort Rotacap ?

    Key highlights of Aerocort Rotacap

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Consult your doctor before consuming liquor.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Pregnant women must consult doctor before using this medication.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Consult your doctor before the consumption of this medication.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      There is no interaction between driving and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      In case of overdose, contact your doctor as soon as possible.

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication is a short-acting beta-2 agonist that stimulates beta-2 receptors in the lungs. In Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease conditions like asthma where the airways become constricted, this medication opens the airways, and makes it easier for you to breathe.

      FAQs about Aerocort Rotacap

      • Ques : What is Aerocort Rotacap?

        Ans : Salbutamol is a salt which performs its action by calming the muscles in the air passages and widens airways. This makes breathing easier.

      • Ques : What are the uses of Aerocort Rotacap?

        Ans : Salbutamol is a salt, which is used for the treatment and prevention from asthma.

      • Ques : What are the Side Effects of Aerocort Rotacap?

        Ans : Side effects include Coughing, Difficulty in breathing, Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet and others.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Aerocort Rotacap?

        Ans : Salbutamol should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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