Aerocort Rotacap Information

Aerocort Rotacap is a prescription medicine that is available as a Rotacaps. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Asthma, COPD.

The right dosage of Aerocort Rotacap depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Aerocort Rotacap side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Aerocort Rotacap go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Aerocort Rotacap's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Aerocort Rotacap has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Aerocort Rotacap related warnings section.

The section on Aerocort Rotacap contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Aerocort Rotacap have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Aerocort Rotacap is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Aerocort Benefits & Uses
Aerocort Dosage & How to Take
Aerocort Side Effects
Aerocort Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Aerocort with Other Drugs
Aerocort Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Aerocort
Aerocort Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Aerocort Rotacap Benefits & Uses

Aerocort Rotacap is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Aerocort Rotacap Dosage & How to Take

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)	Disease: Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 puff Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 puff Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 puff Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 puff Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Aerocort Rotacap Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Aerocort Rotacap is used -

Moderate

Sore throat
Headache
Muscle cramps or spasms (painful)
Respiratory tract infection
Urticaria
Rash
Anaphylactic reaction

Aerocort Rotacap Related Warnings

Is the use of Aerocort Rotacap 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.

Unknown
Is the use of Aerocort Rotacap 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.

Unknown
What is the effect of Aerocort Rotacap 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.

Unknown
What is the effect of Aerocort Rotacap on the Liver?

There is no research available on the side effects of Aerocort on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Aerocort Rotacap on the Heart?

Information about safety of Aerocort for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Aerocort Rotacap with Other Drugs

Aerocort Rotacap should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Betamethasone

Prednisolone

Moderate

Hydrochlorothiazide

Imipramine

Nortriptyline

Selegiline

Aerocort Rotacap Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Aerocort Rotacap unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Tuberculosis (TB)
Arrhythmia
Glaucoma
Cataract

Frequently asked Questions about Aerocort Rotacap

Is this Aerocort Rotacap habit forming or addictive?

Aerocort Rotacap is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Aerocort Rotacap. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Aerocort Rotacap should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Aerocort Rotacap is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Aerocort Rotacap Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Aerocort Rotacap

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Aerocort Rotacap, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Aerocort Rotacap

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Aerocort Rotacap with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

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