Aerotrop-F Capsule
Your doctor will tell you how often you need to use your inhaler. The effect of this medicine may be noticeable after a few days but will only reach its maximum after a few weeks. This medicine must be used regularly to be effective, so go on taking it even if you don’t have any symptoms. That means it’s doing its job. If you stop taking it your COPD may get worse. To get the benefit from this medicine you need to make sure you get your inhaler technique right, otherwise, it Does not work as well.
Aerotrop-F Capsule
Basic Information
Important information about this medicine
About This Medicine
General information about this product
Aerotrop-F Capsule is used for the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked). It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages and making it easier to breathe. It relieves coughing, wheezing and feeling short of breath.
Your doctor will tell you how often you need to use your inhaler. The effect of this medicine may be noticeable after a few days but will only reach its maximum after a few weeks. This medicine must be used regularly to be effective, so go on taking it even if you don’t have any symptoms. That means it’s doing its job. If you stop taking it your COPD may get worse. To get the benefit from this medicine you need to make sure you get your inhaler technique right, otherwise, it Does not work as well.
The most common side effects are nausea, diarrhea, dryness in mouth, vomiting, dizziness, nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), and insomnia. If you get there, don’t stop taking it but do talk to your doctor. You can prevent some of these symptoms by rinsing your mouth and throat with water or brushing your teeth after using your inhaler. There are other, rarer side effects which can be serious. Talk to your doctor if you’re worried about them.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
03Uses
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
04How To Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
05How It Works
Aerotrop-F Capsule is a combination of two medicines: Formoterol and Tiotropium. Formoterol is a bronchodilator while Tiotropium is an anticholinergic. They work by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widen the airways. Together, they make breathing easier.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
If you miss a dose of Aerotrop-F Capsule, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
07Benefits
In Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) is a group of lung diseases that cause breathing difficulties. COPD is caused by swelling of the airways that carry air in and out of the lungs. Aerotrop-F Capsule relaxes the muscles of these airways and widens it. This makes you breathe easy and gives relief from symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing. Avoid smoking and minimise your exposure to pollution, dust and fumes. Along with that, a little exercise each day can help you stay strong. Talk to your doctor about how much exercise is good for you.
08Side Effects
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
Dizziness
Vomiting
Dryness in mouth
Diarrhea
Nausea
09Safety Information
Alcohol:UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Aerotrop-F Capsule.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Aerotrop-F Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Aerotrop-F Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.Monitor the baby for dry mouth, constipation, and urinary problems.
Driving:
No interaction found/established
Kidney:
No interaction found/established
Liver:
No interaction found/established
10Drug Tips
You have been prescribed Aerotrop-F Capsule for the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
If at any time your breathing gets worse, please contact your doctor or nurse for advice straightaway.
Do not smoke. Smoking causes irritation and damage to the lungs and will make your condition worse.
If you have diabetes you may need to check your blood glucose more frequently, as Aerotrop-F Capsule can affect the levels of sugar in your blood. Your doctor will advise you about this.
Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.
If you are overweight, it is advisable to lose weight. This is because being overweight means that you have to work much harder to breathe in to inflate your lungs.
References
Sources and references
Marcoa FD, Verga M, Santus P, et al. Effect of formoterol, tiotropium, and their combination in patients with acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: A pilot study. Respiratory Medicine. 2006;100:1925-32. view
Formoterol fumarate. Napa, California: Dey Pharma, L.P.; 2001 . view
Drugs.com. Tiotropium. view
