Aerocort Forte: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Aerocort Forte Information

Aerocort Forte is a prescription medicine that is available as a Rotacaps. It is primarily used for the treatment of Asthma, COPD.

The correct dosage of Aerocort Forte depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Aerocort Forte as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Aerocort Forte go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Aerocort Forte has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Aerocort Forte related warnings talks about Aerocort Forte's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Aerocort Forte contraindications section.

Besides this, Aerocort Forte may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Aerocort Forte is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Aerocort Forte Benefits & Uses

Aerocort Forte is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Aerocort Forte 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: Asthma 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: Asthma 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: Asthma 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: Asthma 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 Forte Side Effects

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

Moderate

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

Aerocort Forte Related Warnings

Is the use of Aerocort Forte safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Aerocort Forte will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

Unknown
Is the use of Aerocort Forte safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Aerocort Forte in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Aerocort Forte on the Kidneys?

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

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

So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Aerocort Forte on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Aerocort Forte will affect the liver or not.

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

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Aerocort Forte on heart. So it is not known whether taking Aerocort Forte will cause side effects on heart or not.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Aerocort Forte with Other Drugs

Aerocort Forte 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 Forte Contraindications

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

Allergy
Tuberculosis (TB)
Arrhythmia
Glaucoma
Cataract

Frequently asked Questions about Aerocort Forte

Is this Aerocort Forte habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Aerocort Forte.

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

After taking Aerocort Forte you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Aerocort Forte only on doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Aerocort Forte in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Aerocort Forte Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Aerocort Forte

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Aerocort Forte

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Aerocort Forte

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Aerocort Forte?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Take Aerocort Forte as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Aerocort Forte a pain-killer?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Aerocort Forte is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called steroids. Which can help in relieving symptoms of allergy and inflammation.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Aerocort Forte cause stomach upset?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Aerocort Forte causes stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug but the exact cause behind it is not known. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Why Aerocort Forte is given along with vitamine B 12?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

This is because a long-term use of Aerocort Forte can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acid which is required for the absorption of vitamin B12. Hence patients taking [medicine] for a long time have Vitamin B12 deficiency. To replenish Vitamin B12 in your body your doctor prescribes this vitamin along with this medicine.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Aerocort Forte safe to use?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Yes, Aerocort Forte is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as fluid retention (swelling in your hands or ankles), increased appetite, increased sweating, and stomach upset. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.