✅ What Is Aerocort Inhaler?

The Aerocort Inhaler is a combination medication used for the treatment and prevention of asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and other respiratory conditions. It contains two active ingredients: Beclometasone Dipropionate and Levosalbutamol Sulphate.

• Brand Name: Aerocort Inhaler
• Form: Pressurized Metered-Dose Inhaler (pMDI)
• Strength per actuation:
  • Beclometasone Dipropionate IP: 50 mcg
  • Levosalbutamol Sulphate IP: 50 mcg

✅Composition & Drug Class

This combination allows the Aerocort Inhaler to treat both the cause and symptoms of asthma or COPD.

✅ Indications (Uses)

Aerocort Inhaler is commonly prescribed to:

• Prevent and control asthma symptoms
• Manage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Treat wheezing, cough, shortness of breath, and chest tightness
• Provide quick relief from bronchospasm

⚠️ Not meant to be used as a rescue inhaler in severe attacks — a short-acting β2 agonist like salbutamol alone is better suited in emergencies.

✅How It Works (Mechanism of Action)

• Beclometasone reduces swelling, mucus production, and inflammation in the lungs, helping to prevent asthma attacks.
• Levosalbutamol relaxes the muscles of the airways, making it easier to breathe within minutes.

Together, they provide immediate symptom relief and long-term inflammation control.

✅Dosage & Administration

💡 Max dose: As directed by a physician. Do not exceed prescribed limit.

✅How to Use Aerocort Inhaler Properly

1. Shake the inhaler well before use.
2. Exhale fully before inhaling.
3. Place the mouthpiece in your mouth and press the canister while inhaling deeply.
4. Hold your breath for about 10 seconds.
5. Exhale slowly and rinse your mouth after use to avoid oral infections.

🧴 A spacer may be recommended for young children or elderly users for improved delivery.

✅Benefits of Aerocort Inhaler

• Dual-action formula: Immediate and preventive treatment
• Convenient, easy-to-carry inhaler for daily control
• Reduces frequency of asthma/COPD flare-ups
• Fewer systemic side effects compared to oral steroids

✅Possible Side Effects

🔹 Common Side Effects:

• Cough or throat irritation
• Hoarseness of voice
• Shaky hands or nervousness
• Headache
• Mouth dryness

🔹 Rare or Serious Side Effects:

• Oral thrush (fungal infection)
• Palpitations or irregular heartbeat
• Allergic reactions (rash, swelling)
• Muscle cramps
• Growth suppression in long-term pediatric use (rare)

✅ Rinsing the mouth after each use can prevent oral thrush.

✅Warnings & Precautions

• Inform your doctor if you have:
  • Heart problems
  • High blood pressure
  • Thyroid disorders
  • Diabetes
  • Epilepsy
• Not suitable for sudden severe asthma attacks
• Do not use more than prescribed
• Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult a doctor

✅Contraindications

• Known hypersensitivity to beclometasone or levosalbutamol
• Patients with severe heart conditions
• Children under 6 years unless advised by a physician

✅Drug Interactions

✅Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature (15–30°C)
• Protect from direct sunlight and heat
• Do not puncture or incinerate the canister
• Keep out of reach of children