Serobid Rotacaps 50 mcg

Description of the drug

Salmeterolis the main active drug present in Serobid - 50 mcg Rotacaps. Salmeterol is available in a Rotacaps dosage form. It is an effective medication that provides symptomatic relief and prevents Asthma, Chronic bronchitis and chronic disorders of pulmonary glands.

Indications and Usage

Salmeterol is is prescribed to control the symptoms caused by asthma. Salmeterol xinafoate is a beta antagonist that provides long lasting relaxation of the smooth muscles of the air passages and thus this drug is used for controlling and preventing the symptoms caused by asthma like wheezing and shortness of breath.

Dosage and Administration

-Recommended dose:

The dose will be decided according to the patient condition therefore it is advised to take this medicament as per your doctor’s direction.

-Method of Administration:

Serobid is available in the form of a Rotacaps. Rotacaps should not be swallowed, it is to be taken by inhalation only, through Rotahaler. Always check its cleanliness before use.  Take the Rotacap and insert the capsule in the Rotahaler by keeping it in an upright position and then rotate to horizontal position by keeping white spot up. This leads to the opening of capsule shell. Then, gently breathe out and seal your lips around the mouthpiece. Take a full, deep breath in your mouth and hold your breath for up to ten seconds. After that, take normal breath and throw away the empty capsule shell. Always confirm with your doctor that you are taking the medicine in a right way as prescribed by the Doctor.

-Missed dose

If you miss one or more doses; take the next dose on time. Do not double the dose to compensate the missed one.

4.Overdose: 

The overdose of any drug can cause severe effects. The overdose sometimes may be poisonous and dangerous. In case of an overdose, you should contact your doctor right away.

Forms and Strengths

The drug Salmeterolis available in the following strength under the brand name of:

• Serobid – 50 mcg Rotacaps

Contraindications                       

• Salmeterol should not be used in patients who are allergic to the active ingredient or other component present in this formulation.
• This drug should not be given to pregnant women, or to women who are planning to get pregnant in the near future.
• This drug should not be given to a breastfeeding mother, due to the fact this drug may pass through the breast milk and harm the unborn child.
• This medicament should not be used if the patients are suffering from diabetes

Warnings and precaution

• Remember that Salmeterol cannot be consumed by patients who are allergic to the medicine and its ingredients. Before buying Serobid50mcg Rotacaps online, it is necessary to do a thorough research on its ingredients.
• Patients who are having tuberculosis. In this condition tell your doctor before taking this medicament.
• If the patients have a problem of any heart or cardiovascular disease, then let your doctor know about this before taking this medicament.
• This medicament should be avoided by those patients who are having any severe kidney problem.
• Patients who recently had a congestive heart failure, should consult your doctor before taking this medicament.
• Patients who suffered from low level of potassium in the blood should avoid taking this medicament.
• This drug may be more sensitive to the older age people, therefore use with caution in older adults.

Side effects

Inform your doctor if you have any side effects that bothers you or resists for a longer period of time.

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Fatigue
• Diarrhea
• Muscles cramp
• Irregular heartbeat
• Blurred vision
• Dizziness
• Mental confusion

Drug Interactions

These are the  drugs that can alter the pharmacological effect of Salmeterol:

• Ketoconazole
• Ritonavir
• Azithromycin
• Atenolol
• Digitalis
• Linezolid
• Macrolides
• Xanthenes

Inform your doctor know about your medical history and get the full list of drugs that may increase the possibility of drug interactions or interfere with the effectiveness of SerobidRotacaps

Ingredients

Serobid Rotacaps comprises of an active pharmaceutical  ingredient called Salmeterol. It works by stopping the production, inflammatory cell mediators and increases the bronchi's ability to relax the constricted smooth muscles in the airway decreasing airway swelling and irritation

Storage information

Salmeterol tablets should be stored in a safe place that is away from moisture, heat, and away from direct sunlight. Do not refrigerate. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets. Do not keep these Rotacaps in open.

Manufacturer

Serobid - 50 mcgmcgRotacapsis manufactured by Cipla Limited. It is awell knownIndian pharmaceutical company.You can easily buy Serobid - 50 mcgmcgRotacaps online from our website and have it will delivered at your doorstep.