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Aerocort is a prescription drug, available for use as Inhaler,Rotacaps. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Asthma, COPD.
The optimal dosage of Aerocort is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Aerocort as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Aerocort normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Aerocort's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Aerocort has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Aerocort related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Aerocort contraindications section.
Additionally, Aerocort may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Aerocort is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Aerocort is used to treat the following -
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Aerocort is used -
Moderate
Is the use of Aerocort safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Aerocort in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Aerocort safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Aerocort on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Aerocort will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Aerocort on the Kidneys?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Aerocort on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Aerocort will cause side effects on kidney or not.
What is the effect of Aerocort on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Aerocort on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Aerocort on the Heart?
Information about safety of Aerocort for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Aerocort should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Aerocort unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Aerocort habit forming or addictive?
Aerocort is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Aerocort. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Aerocort should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Aerocort is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Aerocort
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Aerocort, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Aerocort
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Aerocort with alcohol.
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References
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April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 355-356
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 231
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; QVAR® (beclomethasone dipropionate HFA)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Xopenex® (levalbuterol hydrochloride)
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