Aerocort Inhaler 50 Mcg + 50 Mcg

Description

About Aerocort Inhaler

Aerocort 50 mcg + 50 mcg Inhaler treats symptoms of Asthma that include wheezing and shortness of breath. It relaxes the air passages’ muscles and makes breathing easier.

Two drugs, Beclomethasone Dipropionate and Levosalbutamol, combine to make this Inhaler.

Cipla specializes in manufacturing Aerocort Inhaler 50 mcg+mcg. 

Aerocort Inhaler Uses

Inhaler helps in the treatment and management of Asthma. 

Asthma is a condition in which there is inflammation (swelling) of the airways, causing breathing difficulty. 

It helps prevent and treat symptoms such as breathing difficulty, wheezing, and shortness of breath. 

How does Aerocort Inhaler work?

The active components, Levosalbutamol and Beclomethasone Inhaler work to reduce inflammation in airway pathways.

In turn, it works towards relaxing the muscles in airway pathways. Hence, the combined processing results in normal breathing. 

You can take this drug with the help of a spacer for patients who face difficulty in synchronizing the inspiration of breath with aerosol actuation. 

It takes 15 minutes for the medication to be effective and can last up to 15 hours.

Also, the dose of this medicine varies depending on the patient’s condition. So it’s advisable to consult your doctor before taking the same. 

Aerocort Inhaler Dosage

It is a prescription-based medicine that one must take with precaution. 

Keep your body straight while taking medicine, place the inhaler between your teeth, and seal it with your lips. Start breathing in and suck the drug along with your breath and suppress the canister. 

Once you feel your lungs filled with air, remove the canister, and hold your breath for ten seconds. Post ten seconds, release your breath, and gargle your mouth with water.

Strengths

The active salts, Beclomethasone Dipropionate and Levosalbutamol, are available as Aerocort Rotacaps 100 +100 mcg.

Check out the other medicines to treat symptoms of Asthma. 

Side Effects of Aerocort Inhaler

Inhalers may have specific common side effects, which may or may not require strict medical attention. Some of the side effects are, 

• Nausea
• Oral fungal infection
• Sore throat
• Running nose and cough
• Headache

Interactions

All drugs react differently depending on the person. Before starting any medicine, you should check all the possible interactions with your doctor.

Drug Interactions

• Furosemide
• Chlorthalidone
• Hydrochlorothiazide

Disease Interactions

• Hyperadrenocorticism, also known as Cushing’s syndrome
• Ocular herpes infection
• Osteoporosis
• Cardiovascular disease

Precautions

• Avoid using this inhaler if you are allergic to any of the constituents of the inhaler. 
• Please do not use it without a physician’s advice. 
• Avoid taking it for acute symptoms.

Storage

It can be stored at a temperature below 30 degrees. Please keep it away from the reach of pets and children. 

Frequently Asked Questions

When can I use Aerocort Inhaler?

Using this medicine at the same time of the day when you first take it is advisable. Moreover, it is crucial to continue the medication, even after seeing improvement, and complete the dose. Not doing so may result in the recurrence of your issue. 

Can Asthma be cured?

Some issues like Asthma can’t be cured completely, although they can be controlled. Asthma is a disease that often changes over time; you must work with your doctor for better guidance.  

What type of inhaler is Beclomethasone?

A beclomethasone inhaler is a steroid inhaler that helps reduce and prevent lung inflammation. 

A Levosalbutamol and Beclomethasone Inhaler is usually referred to as a ‘controller’ as it helps control Asthma’s breathlessness symptoms. 

Is Aerocort Inhaler good for Asthma?

Yes, this Inhaler relaxes the air passages’ muscles and makes breathing easier.

What is Levosalbutamol used for?

Levosalbutamol is a beta-2 agonist that is used to treat COPD and Asthma.

Can I use Aerocort daily?

Aerocort is safe daily, but you should strictly use it according to your physician’s instructions.