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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 Rotacap 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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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Aerocort Rotacap unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Aerocort Rotacap habit forming or addictive?
Aerocort Rotacap 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 Rotacap. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Aerocort Rotacap should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Aerocort Rotacap is not used to treat mental disorders.
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.
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.
Yes, Aerocort can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Aerocort can be taken with an antibiotic. Taking Aerocort with a certain antibiotic can treat H.Pylori associated stomach infection. However, it is best to consult your doctor before taking these two medicines together.
Take Aerocort as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, long-term use of Aerocort can raise blood pressure because Aerocort can increase sodium levels in your body as well as fluid retention can cause increases in blood pressure.
No, Aerocort is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because Aerocort suppresses the immune system that causes decreased immunity which can lead to infection to the patient taking it. Hence patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself.
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