Product introduction
Aerocort Rotacap is an inhaled combination medicine used to manage asthma. Each rotacap contains levosalbutamol, a bronchodilator that relaxes tightened airway muscles, along with beclometasone, a corticosteroid that reduces airway inflammation, in a standard balanced strength. It is used with a rotahaler device, not swallowed, so the medicine reaches the lungs directly. This standard-strength version is commonly prescribed as an ongoing asthma control treatment.
Storage: Store below 25°C
Uses of Aerocort Rotacaps
- Asthma
- Wheezing and breathlessness
- Narrowed airways
Benefits of Aerocort Rotacaps
This rotacap helps ease breathing difficulty by widening narrowed airways while also working on the underlying inflammation that causes asthma to flare up. With regular, doctor-directed use, it can help reduce how often wheezing, chest tightness, and breathlessness occur.
Side effects of Aerocort Rotacaps
Most side effects do not require medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist.
- Throat irritation
- Hoarseness of voice
- Headache
- Dry mouth
- Cough
- Nausea
How to use Aerocort Rotacaps
The rotacap is loaded into a rotahaler device, pierced, and the powder inside is inhaled through a quick, deep breath rather than swallowed. Use it at the dose and schedule your doctor recommends, ideally at consistent times each day. Rinsing your mouth with water after each dose helps prevent throat irritation and reduces the chance of developing oral thrush from the inhaled steroid.
How Aerocort Rotacaps works
Levosalbutamol stimulates beta-2 receptors in the airway muscles, causing them to relax so the air passages widen and breathing becomes easier. Beclometasone works alongside it as a corticosteroid, dampening the inflammatory response in the airway lining that leads to swelling and excess mucus. Used together, they target both the immediate airway tightness and the ongoing inflammation seen in asthma.
Substitutes for Aerocort Rotacaps
No other medicine with the same composition is listed in our catalogue yet. Message us on WhatsApp and our pharmacist will help you find a suitable alternative.
Safety advice
No notable interaction with alcohol is generally reported, though alcohol may irritate sensitive airways in some individuals on its own.
Inhaled steroid-bronchodilator combinations are often considered a preferred option in pregnancy compared with oral steroids, but use should still be guided by a doctor.
There is limited information on how much of this medicine passes into breast milk, so a doctor's assessment is advised before use while breastfeeding.
It may occasionally cause dizziness or tremor, so be cautious about driving until you know how your body responds.
It is generally considered usable in people with kidney disease under a doctor's guidance, since it is not mainly eliminated through the kidneys.
It is generally considered usable in people with liver disease under medical supervision, with dosing decisions left to the treating doctor.
Quick tips
- Ask your pharmacist to show you the correct rotahaler technique before your first dose.
- Rinse and spit with water after each use to protect your throat and mouth from irritation or thrush.
- Continue the medicine for as long as your doctor advises, even if symptoms improve.
- Store the rotacaps below 25°C in a dry place and keep them in the sealed strip until use.
- Keep a separate quick-relief inhaler on hand if your doctor has prescribed one for sudden attacks.
Fact box
| Chemical class | Beta-2 agonist and corticosteroid combination |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | RESPIRATORY |
| Action class | Bronchodilator (Beta-2 agonist) with Anti-inflammatory Corticosteroid |
Frequently asked questions
What is Aerocort Rotacap used for?
It is used to relieve and control asthma symptoms like wheezing, chest tightness, and breathlessness by relaxing the airway muscles and reducing inflammation.
How do I take a rotacap dose?
The capsule is placed in a rotahaler device, pierced, and its powder contents are inhaled by breathing in sharply and deeply; it is never swallowed like a tablet.
How is Aerocort Rotacap different from Aerocort Forte Rotacap?
This standard version contains a lower strength of the steroid component, beclometasone 100mcg, compared with 200mcg in the Forte version, and is used when milder inflammation control is sufficient.
Can this be used for long-term asthma control?
Yes, it is commonly prescribed as a regular maintenance treatment, but the duration and frequency should always follow your doctor's advice.
What should I do if I experience throat irritation after use?
Rinse your mouth thoroughly with water after each dose, and mention persistent irritation or hoarseness to your doctor so they can review your technique or treatment.