AEROTIDE FORTE 400MCG/200MCG DISKETTE

Overview

AEROTIDE FORTE 400MCG/200MCG DISKETTE is a Schedule H drug.

AEROTIDE FORTE 400MCG/200MCG DISKETTE is composed of: SALBUTAMOL (400.0 MCG), BECLOMETASONE (200.0 MCG)

Salbutamol is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens airways. This makes breathing easier. Salbutamol is used in the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Beclomethasone is a steroid. It prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. Beclomethasone inhalation is used to prevent asthma attacks in adults and children who are at least 5 years old. This medication will not treat an asthma attack that has already begun.

Usage

SALBUTAMOL is generally used to treat: Asthma, COPD

BECLOMETASONE is generally used to treat: Asthma

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 2yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

AEROTIDE FORTE 400MCG/200MCG DISKETTE is generally taken Before Food.

Precautions for AEROTIDE FORTE 400MCG/200MCG DISKETTE and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart disease, high blood pressure, or congestive heart failure, a heart rhythm disorder; epilepsy, diabetes, overactive thyroid, kidney problems, adrenal gland tumor, who are taking other medications, any allergy, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. An inhaler should not be given to a child younger than 4 years old. salbutamol solution in a nebulizer should not be given to a child younger than 2 years of age.
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of tuberculosis (TB), chickenpox, liver, kidney or heart disease, sugar, under active thyroid, high blood pressure, mental illness, muscle pain/weakness, joint inflammation, eye infection, seizures, ulcer, any allergy, who taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Avoid contact with eyes. Since it takes time to get rid off from your health condition, continue to use it as directed by your healthcare provider. Avoid contact with people with chickenpox, measles or shingles.

Symptoms of Overdosage

BECLOMETASONE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

SALBUTAMOL : Anxiety, Flu, Head Headache, Dry Mouth, Palpitations (fluttering In Chest), Difficulty Sleeping, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Chest Pain, Nausea, Vomit, Cough
BECLOMETASONE : Body Pain, Cough, Difficulty Breathing, Throat Soreness, Fever, Runny Nose, Difficulty Swallowing

Disease Interactions

BECLOMETASONE can interfere with: Hyperadrenalism, Bacterial Infection, Tuberculosis, Congenital Herpes Simplex, Glaucoma, Osteoporosis

Technical Classification

SALBUTAMOL is categorized as: ADRENERGIC BRONCHODILATORS / BRONCHODILATORS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
BECLOMETASONE is categorized as: INHALED CORTICOSTEROIDS / RESPIRATORY INHALANT PRODUCTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Available Alternatives for AEROTIDE FORTE 400MCG/200MCG DISKETTE

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

AEROTIDE FORTE 400MCG/200MCG DISKETTE	INR 14.57 for 8 DISKETTES	SALBUTAMOL 400.0 MCG, BECLOMETASONE 200.0 MCG
DERISONE FORTE 400 MCG/200 MCG RESPICAP	INR 21.9 for 30 RESPICAPS	SALBUTAMOL 400.0 MCG, BECLOMETASONE 200.0 MCG
SALBAIR B FORTE 400MCG/200MCG TRANSCAP	INR 68 for 30 TRANSCAPS	SALBUTAMOL 400.0 MCG, BECLOMETASONE 200.0 MCG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

AEROCORT 200 MCG/100 MCG ROTACAP	INR 35.52 for 30 ROTACAPS	SALBUTAMOL 200.0 MCG, BECLOMETASONE 100.0 MCG
AEROCORT CFC FREE 100MCG/50MCG INH	INR 170 for 200 MDI INHALER	SALBUTAMOL 100.0 MCG, BECLOMETASONE 50.0 MCG
AEROCORT ROTACAP	INR 35.52 for 1 PACKET	BECLOMETASONE 100 MCG, SALBUTAMOL 100 MCG
AEROTIDE 200MCG/100MCG INH	INR 59.2 for 1 INHALER	SALBUTAMOL 200.0 MCG, BECLOMETASONE 100.0 MCG
AEROTIDE TAB	INR 11.12 for 10 TABLETS	SALBUTAMOL , BECLOMETASONE
AEROVENT INH	INR 158.75 for 200 MDI INHALER	SALBUTAMOL , BECLOMETASONE
DERISONE 200MCG/100MCG RESPICAP	INR 19 for 30 RESPICAPS	SALBUTAMOL 200.0 MCG, BECLOMETASONE 100.0 MCG
DURABEC BREATH INH	INR 111 for 17 GM INHALER	SALBUTAMOL , BECLOMETASONE
SALBAIR B 100MCG/50MCG INH	INR 164 for 1 INHALER	SALBUTAMOL 100.0 MCG, BECLOMETASONE 50.0 MCG
SALBAIR B 200MCG/100MCG TRANSCAP	INR 44.5 for 30 TRANSCAPS	SALBUTAMOL 200.0 MCG, BECLOMETASONE 100.0 MCG
SALBAIR B 200MCG/100MCG TRANSHALER	INR 164 for 200 MDI TRANSHALER	SALBUTAMOL 200.0 MCG, BECLOMETASONE 100.0 MCG
VENT PLUS EASECAP 200MCG/100MCG CAP	INR 30.12 for 30 CAPSULES	SALBUTAMOL 200.0 MCG, BECLOMETASONE 100.0 MCG
VENTORIDE 100MCG/50MG INH	INR 104.2 for 17 GM INHALER	SALBUTAMOL 100.0 MCG, BECLOMETASONE 50.0 MG
VENTORIDE INH	INR 106.93 for 200 MDI INHALER	SALBUTAMOL , BECLOMETASONE
VENTORIDE ROTACAP	INR 98 for 10 ROTACAPS	BECLOMETASONE , SALBUTAMOL