“Aerocort Rotacaps: Dual-Action Inhalation Therapy for Asthma & COPD”

✅What Are Aerocort Rotacaps?

Aerocort Rotacaps are capsules filled with a powder formulation that contains two key medications — Beclometasone Dipropionate and Levosalbutamol Sulphate. These capsules are designed for inhalation through a Rotahaler, helping manage asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

✅Indications (Uses)

Aerocort Rotacaps are used in the management and treatment of:

• Bronchial Asthma
• COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
• Allergic or seasonal bronchitis
• Exercise-induced bronchospasm (EIB)
• Cough and wheezing due to airway inflammation

✅How It Works (Mechanism of Action)

🔹 Beclometasone:

• Suppresses inflammation and allergic reactions in the lungs
• Reduces swelling and mucus production in the airways

🔹 Levosalbutamol:

• Relaxes bronchial muscles by stimulating β2 receptors
• Quickly relieves symptoms like wheezing and shortness of breath

This dual-action combo ensures both immediate relief and long-term inflammation control.

✅Dosage and Administration

❗ Do not swallow the capsule. It must be inhaled using a Rotahaler.

✅How to Use Aerocort Rotacaps

1. Open the Rotahaler device.
2. Place one Rotacap into the chamber.
3. Twist the device to break the capsule.
4. Inhale the powder deeply through the mouthpiece.
5. Hold your breath for a few seconds, then exhale.
6. Rinse your mouth after use to avoid fungal infections.

🧼 Clean the Rotahaler regularly to ensure optimal drug delivery.

✅Benefits of Aerocort Rotacaps

• Dual action: Immediate relief + long-term control
• Reduces frequency and severity of asthma/COPD attacks
• Convenient dry-powder form for on-the-go use
• Fewer systemic side effects compared to oral medications
• Especially useful for patients requiring anti-inflammatory plus bronchodilator therapy

✅Side Effects

🔹 Common Side Effects:

• Throat irritation or dryness
• Hoarseness of voice
• Cough or mild headache
• Shaky hands or palpitations
• Fungal infection in the mouth (oral thrush)

🔹 Rare/Serious Side Effects:

• Allergic reaction (rash, swelling, breathing difficulty)
• Chest pain or rapid heartbeat
• Muscle cramps
• Growth suppression in children (rare and long-term use)

Rinse your mouth after each use to avoid fungal infections.

✅Warnings & Precautions

• Use with caution in:
  • Heart disease
  • High blood pressure
  • Diabetes
  • Thyroid disorders
  • Seizure disorders
• Not suitable for acute asthma attacks alone — carry a rescue inhaler.
• Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult a doctor before use.
• Do not discontinue abruptly; follow tapering instructions if advised.

✅Contraindications

• Known allergy to Beclometasone or Levosalbutamol
• Severe cardiovascular conditions (unless doctor-prescribed)
• Children under 6 years (unless explicitly prescribed)

✅Drug Interactions

✅Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature (below 30°C)
• Keep in a dry place, away from moisture and direct sunlight
• Keep capsules in the original strip until use
• Keep out of reach of children