Asthalin Rotacaps

How to use Asthalin Rotacaps

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it.

How Medicine Works

Asthalin Rotacaps is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens airways. This makes breathing easier.

Expert Advice

• Asthalin Rotacaps is used to relieve symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) such as coughing, wheezing and breathlessness.
• The inhalers are called "reliever" inhalers as they give you quick relief from breathing problems. 
• Always keep the inhaler upright during loading of the dose and administration steps.
• If you feel a slightly sweet tasting powder in your mouth after inhaling, you have received the dose and the active substance has reached your lungs.
• Always replace the inhaler cap after you have used the inhaler.
• Gargle with warm water after each inhalation to avoid any fungal infections in your mouth and throat.
• Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
• If you need to use Asthalin Rotacaps more than 3 times a week, it could be a sign that your breathing problem is not well controlled. Talk to your doctor about it.
• Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart diseases or if you experience heart racing, headache, or chest pain.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. Does Asthalin relieve symptoms of coughing, wheezing, and breathlessness?

Yes, Asthalin is effective in relieving acute symptoms of coughing, wheezing, and breathlessness.

Q. Does Asthalin cause drowsiness/ increased heart rate/ increase blood pressure/ weight gain?

Asthalin may cause light headedness, increased heart rate or increased blood pressure; however it is not known to cause drowsiness or weight gain. Consult your doctor if you experience any of such side effects.

Q. Is Asthalin a steroid/ an antibiotic/ a cough syrup/ a betablocker/ contains steroid/ addictive/ a rescue inhaler?

Asthalin (also available as Asthalin, Ventolin, Albuterol) is a beta receptor agonist used to prevent and treat wheezing, difficulty breathing, chest tightness, and coughing caused by lung diseases such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. It is a rescue inhaler for asthma. It is not a steroid or contains steroid or an antibiotic. It is not an addictive drug

Q. Does Asthalin need prescription?

Yes. Asthalin is available only by prescription

Q. Is Asthalin safe/ safe for babies?

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