Aerocort Forte Rotacap

Composition of Aerocort Forte Rotacap

Aerocort Forte Rotacap contains Budesonide 400 mcg + Levosalbutamol 100 mcg (inhalation powder) per rotacap. It belongs to the Inhaled corticosteroid (budesonide) + Short-acting beta-2 agonist (levosalbutamol) class of medicines.

Uses of Aerocort Forte Rotacap

• Maintenance treatment of asthma
• Long-term control of COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) symptoms such as wheezing
• breathlessness and chest tightness

Key benefits

• Reduces airway inflammation for long-term control
• Relieves wheeze and shortness of breath by opening airways
• Helps prevent asthma/COPD symptom flare-ups with regular use
• Improves lung function and exercise tolerance
• Lowers need for rescue medication when used correctly

How Aerocort Forte Rotacap works

Budesonide is an inhaled corticosteroid that reduces airway inflammation and swelling, helping prevent asthma/COPD symptoms. Levosalbutamol is a short-acting beta-2 agonist that relaxes airway muscles to quickly relieve bronchospasm and improve airflow.

How to take Aerocort Forte Rotacap

Use only with a rotahaler/rotacap inhalation device as prescribed. Inhale the contents of the rotacap; do not swallow. Use at the same time each day; rinse mouth and gargle after each use to reduce risk of oral thrush. If also using a reliever inhaler, follow your doctor’s sequence and timing advice.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Apply it as soon as you remember. If it is nearly time for the next application, skip the missed one — applying extra does not make up for it.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause a racing heart, marked tremor, headache and a fall in blood potassium. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Aerocort Forte Rotacap

Most side effects of Aerocort Forte are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Throat irritation
• hoarseness/voice change
• cough
• dry mouth
• headache
• oral thrush (fungal infection)
• tremor
• palpitations
• nervousness
• muscle cramps
• nausea

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Aerocort Forte Rotacap

Warnings and precautions

Not for sudden severe breathing attacks/status asthmaticus; keep a quick-relief inhaler available. Do not exceed prescribed dose; taper only on medical advice. Rinse mouth after use to prevent oral candidiasis. Use with caution in diabetes, hyperthyroidism, cardiovascular disease/arrhythmias, hypertension, hypokalemia, glaucoma/cataract, active or latent tuberculosis and other untreated infections. Long-term/high-dose inhaled steroids may rarely cause adrenal suppression, reduced bone mineral density, growth suppression in children and eye effects—monitor as advised.

Do not take Aerocort Forte if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for anyone with a known allergy to the propellant used in the inhaler.

Interactions with other medicines

Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, ritonavir, cobicistat) may increase budesonide effects; other beta-agonists, theophylline, diuretics or corticosteroids may increase risk of hypokalemia; beta-blockers may reduce bronchodilator effect; MAO inhibitors/tricyclic antidepressants may increase cardiovascular effects; digoxin effects may be altered with low potassium

How to store Aerocort Forte Rotacap

Store in a cool, dry place below 25°C, protected from moisture and direct sunlight. Keep rotacaps in the blister until use. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Aerocort Forte Rotacap

Keep a spare reliever and check the counter so you are not caught with an empty one. Follow your written asthma action plan if you have one. Do not stop a preventer because you feel better — that is the medicine working.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

Cipla Ltd

Therapeutic class:

Respiratory (Anti-asthmatic/COPD therapy)

Drug class:

Inhaled corticosteroid (budesonide) + Short-acting beta-2 agonist (levosalbutamol)