Levolin Rotacap

Composition of Levolin Rotacap

Levolin Rotacap contains Levosalbutamol (Levalbuterol) 100 mcg per rotacap (for inhalation). It belongs to the Short-acting beta-2 agonist (SABA) class of medicines.

Uses of Levolin Rotacap

Relief and prevention of bronchospasm in bronchial asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) including chronic bronchitis and emphysema; wheezing and shortness of breath due to reversible airway obstruction.

Key benefits

• Rapid relief from wheezing and breathlessness
• Opens airways by relaxing bronchial muscles
• Helps prevent exercise-induced bronchospasm
• Improves airflow in asthma and COPD

How Levolin Rotacap works

Levosalbutamol is a selective beta-2 adrenergic agonist that relaxes bronchial smooth muscles. This leads to bronchodilation and improved airflow, reducing wheeze, chest tightness and breathlessness.

How to take Levolin Rotacap

For inhalation use only with a compatible rotahaler/rotacap inhaler device (not to be swallowed). Place the rotacap in the device, pierce/rotate as per device instructions and inhale the powder deeply; hold breath for ~10 seconds and exhale slowly. Use the dose and frequency as prescribed; commonly used when needed for symptoms or before exercise. Rinse mouth if advised.

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 Levolin Rotacap

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

• Tremor
• headache
• palpitations
• fast heartbeat (tachycardia)
• nervousness
• dizziness
• throat irritation
• cough
• nausea
• muscle cramps
• dry mouth

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 Levolin Rotacap

Warnings and precautions

Prescription (Schedule H) medicine—use only on medical advice. Not a substitute for regular controller therapy (e.g., inhaled corticosteroid) in persistent asthma. Use with caution in heart disease, arrhythmias, hypertension, hyperthyroidism, diabetes, and seizure disorders. Excess use may worsen asthma control and can cause serious cardiac effects and low potassium; seek medical help if breathing worsens or relief is inadequate. May cause paradoxical bronchospasm (rare)—stop and seek care. Monitor potassium if on high doses or with interacting medicines.

Do not take Levolin 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

Other sympathomimetics/bronchodilators (additive side effects), beta-blockers (may reduce effect and provoke bronchospasm), MAO inhibitors or tricyclic antidepressants (increased cardiovascular effects), diuretics and corticosteroids (increased risk of hypokalemia), digoxin (may reduce digoxin levels), theophylline (additive stimulant effects)

How to store Levolin Rotacap

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

Expert advice for Levolin 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 LIMITED

Therapeutic class:

Bronchodilator (Anti-asthmatic/COPD)

Drug class:

Short-acting beta-2 agonist (SABA)