PRODUCT DETAILS

About Aerocort Inhaler

BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL is respiratory combination medication primarily used to treat or prevent asthma symptoms such as shortness of breath or wheezing (whistling sound while breathing). Asthma is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty in breathing.

BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL is a combination of two drugs, namely: Levosalbutamol (bronchodilator) and Beclometasone (corticosteroid). Levosalbutamol belongs to the class of bronchodilators that works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs.

Uses of Aerocort Inhaler

Asthma

Medicinal Benefits of Aerocort Inhaler

BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL is a combination of two drugs, namely: Levosalbutamol and Beclometasone. Levosalbutamol belongs to the class of bronchodilators that works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Beclometasone belongs to the class of corticosteroids that works by acting inside cells of the nasal lining and stops the release of certain chemicals in the body that cause inflammatory reactions. Thereby, provides relief from sneezing, runny or blocked nose and sinus discomfort. Thus, BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL makes it easier to breathe and relieve from symptoms such as shortness of breath and wheezing.

Directions for Use

Inhaler: Shake the inhaler well and check the label for directions before using BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL. Take BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL daily at the same time to maintain a consistent level of BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL in the body. While you are breathing BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL from the mouth, press down inhaler once to release the medicine and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Repeat until you have inhaled the number of puffs as advised by your doctor. Rinse your mouth with water and spit it out after using BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL to avoid fungal infections in mouth and throat. Rotacaps and resicaps: BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL is for inhalation only. Do not swallow BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL. Use BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL in dose and duration as advised by your doctor.

Side Effects of Aerocort Inhaler

Like all medicines, BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL can cause some common side effects such as fungal infection in the mouth, headache, sore throat, runny nose, pain, dizziness, nervousness, fast heart rate and vomiting. Most of these side effects of BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL. BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL is not recommended for children below 4 years of age. Use of BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL may worsen asthma symptoms in some patients. If you experience severe difficulty in breathing, please consult a doctor immediately. Do not use BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL in more than the prescribed doses as it may lead to severe heart or lung problems. Regular monitoring of potassium levels is recommended while taking BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL as it may cause low potassium levels in the blood. If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, fits, chickenpox, measles, tuberculosis, immune system problem, osteoporosis (weak bones), glaucoma, cataracts, thyroid or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL. Please do not use or store BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL near open flame or heat as it may burst the container.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL may interact with bronchodilators (salmeterol, albuterol, vilanterol, formoterol), steroids (budesonide, prednisone), water pills (furosemide), anti-sickness drug (ondansetron).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

 If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, fits, chickenpox, measles, tuberculosis, immune system problem, osteoporosis (weak bones), glaucoma, cataracts, thyroid or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

• Avoid consumption of alcohol with BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL as it may increase adverse effects. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL.

PREGNANCY

• The safety of BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.

BREAST FEEDING

• It is unknown whether BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL is excreted in human milk. It is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.

DRIVING

• BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

LIVER

• If you have any concerns regarding the use of BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL in patients with Liver problems, please consult a doctor.

KIDNEY

• If you have any concerns regarding the use of BECLOMETASONE+LEVOSALBUTAMOL in patients with Kidney problems, please consult a doctor.