Seroflo Rotacaps 50mcg/100mcg

Seroflo Rotacaps 50mcg/100mcg

Seroflo Rotacaps 50mcg/100mcg is a combination of two medications. They make it easier to breathe by opening the airways. The medicine is used to treat asthma and COPD. Ask your doctor and become aware of how frequently you must use the inhaler. The medication’s effect will be evident within a few days. But it will take some weeks to show the maximum result. To make it effective, use the medication regularly. If you do not have any symptoms, do not stop using it. Continue using it till the time your doctor asks you. Once you stop it without your doctor’s suggestion, your condition may become worse. Doctors do not recommend using it for relieving sudden asthma attacks. If you suffer from an asthma attack suddenly, get hold of a quick-relief inhaler. Ensure that you are aware of the correct method of using the inhaler. 

How does Seroflo Rotacaps work?

It is a combination of two medications. They are Salmeterol and Fluticasone Propionate. The former is a long-acting bronchodilator. It works and relaxes the muscles in your airways. Thus the airways are widened. The latter is a steroid. It works by preventing the release of some chemical messengers that cause airway inflammation. Thus they make it easier to breathe.

How to use Seroflo Rotacaps ?

Using Seroflo Rotacaps is relatively simple and efficient for managing conditions like asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Follow these steps:

Check Inhaler: Examine the Rotacaps device to ensure it's not damaged and contains the correct medication strength.

Prepare: Sit or stand upright to maximize inhalation efficiency.

Open Rotacap: Hold the Rotacap inhaler and twist it to open a single capsule. Avoid touching the powder inside.

Load Inhaler: Slide the capsule into the inhaler chamber until it clicks into place.

Exhale: Breathe out gently to empty your lungs.

Inhale: Seal your lips around the mouthpiece and inhale deeply and forcefully through the inhaler. This action punctures the capsule and releases the medication.

Hold Breath: Hold your breath for about 10 seconds to allow the medication to reach your lungs.

Exhale Slowly: Breathe out slowly and gently.

Close Rotacap: Discard the used capsule and close the inhaler.

Rinse Mouth: To prevent throat irritation, rinse your mouth with water or a mouthwash.

Repeat if Necessary: If your doctor prescribes more than one dose, wait a minute or as advised by your healthcare provider before repeating the process.

Clean Inhaler: Wipe the mouthpiece clean and replace the cap to keep it ready for the next use.

What are the side effects of Seroflo Rotacaps?

Seroflo Rotacaps 50mcg/100mcg has some side effects like any other medication. The most common ones are headaches, vomiting, sore throat, and cough. Some people suffer from muscle pain, increased heart rate, and respiratory tract infections. Do not stop using the medication. Inform your doctor. If you rinse your mouth or throat with water or brush your teeth after each use of the inhaler, the symptoms will be prevented. Try to avoid any situation that will worsen your condition, such as smoking. If you get worried, tell your doctor.

Quick tips to follow while using the medication

• Take this medication as your doctor asked you to.
• All instructions are provided on the package insert or information leaflet. Follow them.
• Do not take it in smaller or larger amounts than recommended.
• Do not stop using the medication without letting your doctor know. If you suddenly stop it, then you may suffer from withdrawal symptoms. They may create a serious impact on your health.
• Take the medicine only for inhalation.
• If you swallow the tablet by mistake, contact your doctor.
• Take the medication daily at a fixed time.
• Do not expect the medication to start working right away.
• Your doctor will not prescribe it to relieve sudden breathing issues.
• For controlling sudden difficulty in breathing, use a rescue inhaler.
• While using the medication, you may suffer from drying your mouth. It is a side effect. To control or prevent it, practice good oral hygiene, rinse your mouth frequently, increase your water intake, and avoid sugar candy.
• Avoid fungal infections in the mouth and throat by using warm water to gargle.

Frequently asked questions

Is there any benefit to using Seroflo Rotacaps 50mcg/100mcg

The medication can aid in preventing the onset of an asthma attack if you take it before exercise or get exposed to any trigger. It includes pollen, house dust, smoke from a cigarette, etc. The medication will let you exercise more freely without worrying about symptoms like coughing, wheezing, or shortness of breath. It will let you live your life freely. You do not have to worry a lot about things that set off the symptoms.

I am pregnant. Should I consult a doctor before taking Seroflo Rotacaps 50mcg/100mcg?

Get all information from your doctor regarding the safety of the medication. If you are pregnant or you are breastfeeding, it is better not to use the medicine without consulting your doctor. It is unclear whether the medicine is safe for pregnant or breastfeeding women. So before you take it, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Thus he can suggest a suitable dosage of the medication.

I forgot to take a dosage. What should I do?

Do not worry if you are taking the medication regularly and forgot to take a dosage, do not worry. Take it once you remember it. But be alert and do not double the dosage. So if it is time to take your next dosage, skip the one you forgot to take. Continue with your regular dosage. Overdosing is dangerous and must be avoided.

Should I avoid using it under any condition?

Avoid taking the medicine if you have any allergy to it. Get medical attention in case you see any symptoms like breathing issues, skin rash, itching, or swelling of the face, throat or tongue, etc.

The medication should not be taken to treat status asthmaticus. It is a severe form of asthma. It occurs suddenly. Standard treatments are unable to cure such attacks. They last for a long time, such as several minutes or hours.