MAXIFLO 12MCG/500MCG ROTACAP
Prescription Required
Introduction of Maxiflo Rotacap
MAXIFLO 12MCG/500MCG ROTACAP is used in the treatment of asthma (wheezing and shortness of breath) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked). It relaxes the muscles of the air passages and making it easier to breathe.
MAXIFLO 12MCG/500MCG ROTACAP is a combination of two medicines: MAXIFLO 12MCG/500MCG ROTACAP1 and MAXIFLO 12MCG/500MCG ROTACAP2.
MAXIFLO 12MCG/500MCG ROTACAP is a combination of two medicines: MAXIFLO 12MCG/500MCG ROTACAP1 and MAXIFLO 12MCG/500MCG ROTACAP2.
Uses of Maxiflo Rotacap
Benefits of Maxiflo Rotacap
In Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
MAXIFLO 12MCG/500MCG ROTACAP helps the lungs’ airways to stay open. It relaxes the muscles of these airways, making it easier for the air to get in and out. It relieves COPD symptoms, such as tightness in chest, shortness of breath, wheezing, and coughing, and helps you carry out daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Do not stop using it unless the doctor advises you.
Side effects of Maxiflo Rotacap
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
Common side effects of Maxiflo
- Headache
- Cough
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
- Sinus inflammation
- Stomach discomfort
- Fungal infection of oropharynx
- Tremors
- Palpitations
- Voice change
How to use Maxiflo Rotacap
Rotacaps must not be swallowed. Check the label for directions before use. Place the capsule at the base of rotahaler, not in the mouthpiece. Twist the mouthpiece completely until your hear a click and breathe in deeply through the mouthpiece. Hold your breath for up to 10 seconds. If some powder remains in the rotahaler repeat the process.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with MAXIFLO 12MCG/500MCG ROTACAP.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
MAXIFLO 12MCG/500MCG ROTACAP 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
MAXIFLO 12MCG/500MCG ROTACAP is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
MAXIFLO 12MCG/500MCG ROTACAP
₹5.07/Rotacap
Maxiflo Forte Rotacap
Cipla Ltd
₹16.61/rotacap
228% costlier
Quick tips
Maxiflo Rotacap
- MAXIFLO 12MCG/500MCG ROTACAP is a combination of two medicines that opens the airways and makes it easier to breathe.
- This medicine is for inhalation only. The tablet should not be swallowed.
- It should be taken at the same time each day.
- It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing.
- Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
- Gargle with warm water after each inhalation to avoid any fungal infections in your mouth and throat.
- Take the first dose of this medicine under medical supervision as it may cause wheezing or tightening of the airways (bronchospasm) immediately after using.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood potassium level as low oxygen level in the blood (hypoxia) and medicines such as MAXIFLO 12MCG/500MCG ROTACAP can lower blood potassium level.
- Only miniscule amounts of MAXIFLO 12MCG/500MCG ROTACAP may get absorbed into the bloodstream after inhalation. Hence, serious side effects are unlikely.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Patient concerns
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking MAXIFLO 12MCG/500MCG ROTACAP
Twice A Day
62%
Once A Day
25%
Thrice A Day
12%
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Country of origin: India
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