“Aerocort Forte Rotacaps: Powerful Inhalation Therapy for Asthma and COPD”

✅ 1. What Are Aerocort Forte Rotacaps?

Aerocort Forte Rotacaps are a dry powder capsule formulation used with a Rotahaler device for inhalation therapy in patients with moderate to severe asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and other chronic respiratory disorders. These capsules combine two active ingredients to control both inflammation and bronchospasm.

• Brand Name: Aerocort Forte Rotacaps
• Form: Rotacaps (capsules for inhalation)
• Route: Inhalation through a Rotahaler
• Strength:
  • Beclometasone Dipropionate IP: 200 mcg
  • Levosalbutamol Sulphate IP (as base): 100 mcg

✅ 2. Active Ingredients and Drug Class

This potent combination makes Aerocort Forte ideal for maintenance therapy in chronic airway diseases.

✅ 3. Indications (Uses)

Aerocort Forte Rotacaps are prescribed for:

• Moderate to severe bronchial asthma
• COPD with frequent exacerbations
• Allergic bronchitis
• Prevention of exercise-induced asthma
• Long-term asthma management in adults and older children

✅ 4. How It Works (Mechanism of Action)

🔸 Beclometasone Dipropionate:

A corticosteroid that suppresses airway inflammation, reduces mucus production, and prevents asthma attacks.

🔸 Levosalbutamol Sulphate:

A selective β2-agonist that relaxes bronchial smooth muscles, rapidly easing wheezing, tightness, and shortness of breath.

🚀 Together, they offer dual action: quick symptom relief and long-term control.

✅ 5. Dosage & Administration

⚠️ Note: Rotacaps must only be used with a Rotahaler and should never be swallowed.

✅ 6. How to Use Aerocort Forte Rotacaps

1. Load one Rotacap into the Rotahaler chamber.
2. Twist to open the capsule within the device.
3. Inhale deeply through the mouthpiece.
4. Hold your breath for 10 seconds.
5. Rinse your mouth after use.

🧼 Mouth rinsing reduces risk of oral thrush.

✅ 7. Benefits of Aerocort Forte Rotacaps

• Combines anti-inflammatory and bronchodilatory action
• Suitable for moderate to severe cases
• Improves lung function and reduces flare-ups
• Easy-to-use capsule form with fast onset of action
• Less systemic absorption, reducing long-term side effects

✅ 8. Side Effects

🔹 Common Side Effects:

• Hoarseness or dry throat
• Oral thrush (fungal infection)
• Cough after inhalation
• Tremors or palpitations

🔹 Rare/Serious Side Effects:

• Allergic reactions (rash, swelling)
• Muscle cramps
• Irregular heartbeat
• Growth retardation (in long-term use in children)

✅ Use a spacer or rinse mouth to minimize local side effects.

✅ 9. Warnings and Precautions

• Not a rescue medication – not for acute asthma attacks
• Use cautiously in:
  • Hypertension
  • Heart disease
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Diabetes
• Monitor potassium levels in long-term use
• Pediatric use requires medical supervision

✅ 10. Contraindications

• Allergy to beclometasone or levosalbutamol
• Children under 6 years
• Acute asthma requiring rapid-acting bronchodilation

✅ 11. Drug Interactions

✅ 12. Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature (15–30°C)
• Keep in a dry place, away from moisture
• Do not use capsules orally
• Keep away from children and pets