Aerocort Inhaler
Aerocort Inhaler Used in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease- COPD (which include shortness of breath, weezingapnea)and asthma. Generally used for the treatment of constricted airways, lung inflammation and other related conditions. Aerocort Inhaler allows the smooth muscles in the bronchial tubes to relax, this helps by shortening or reversing an acute of shortness of breath or difficulty in breathing.
Drug = Levalbuterol + Beclometasone
Strength = 50 Mcg + 50 Mcg
Manufacture= Cipla Ltd
How to Take
Check the label for directions before use. Shake the inhaler. While you are breathing in from mouth, press down on the inhaler one time to release the medication and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Repeat until you have inhaled the number of puffs as suggested by the doctor.Afterwards, rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and spit it out.
Dosage
Aerocort Inhaler
Aerocort 100mcg/50mcg Inhaler
Aerocort 100mcg/50mcg Inhaler
AEROCORT HFA 100 MCG/50 MCG INHALER
Side Effects
Hoarseness of voice
Sore throat
Fungal infection of mouth
Respiratory tract infection
Headache
Muscle cramp
Warning
Aerocort Inhaler may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the fetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Aerocort Inhaler is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.
Uses
Aerocort Inhaler is used in Asthma is a chronic disease that causes inflammation and narrowing of the air passage of the lungs (bronchi) obstructing the airflow and making breathing difficult.
Asthma affects both adults and children. According to WHO, there are about 15 to 20 million people with asthma in India. It is a common long-term disease in children and approximately 10% to 15% children between 5 and 11 years are estimated to have asthma.