Asthalin Rotacaps contain Salbutamol 200 mcg in a dry-powder capsule form designed for use with a Rotahaler device. It is a fast-acting bronchodilator (reliever) that helps ease breathing difficulty in asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). When inhaled correctly, the medicine relaxes the muscles around the airways, allowing them to open so air can move more freely. It provides quick relief from wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath when symptoms occur.
Key Information
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Fast-acting bronchodilator (reliever) in dry-powder form
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Contains Salbutamol 200 mcg per capsule
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Used for asthma and COPD symptom relief
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Helps open narrowed airways quickly
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Rotacap form (pack of 60 capsules)
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For inhalation only with a compatible Rotahaler
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Prescription medicine
Key Ingredient
Salbutamol (200 mcg)
Key Benefits
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Provides rapid relief from wheezing and breathlessness
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Helps ease coughing and chest tightness
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Opens airways within a short time after inhalation
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Useful during sudden asthma or COPD symptoms
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Convenient dry-powder capsules for use with Rotahaler
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Portable option for on-demand relief
How Does It Work?
Salbutamol is a short-acting beta-2 agonist. After inhalation, it relaxes the smooth muscles of the airways, causing them to widen. This reduces airflow resistance and makes breathing easier for several hours.
Directions For Use
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Use only with a compatible Rotahaler device as instructed by your doctor.
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Insert one Rotacap into the device according to the device instructions.
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Breathe out gently, place the mouthpiece in your mouth, and inhale the powder deeply and steadily.
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Hold your breath for a few seconds, then breathe out slowly.
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Take the exact number of capsules prescribed.
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Rinse your mouth with water and spit it out after use.
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Do not swallow the capsule – it is for inhalation only.
Safety Information
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Inform your doctor if you have heart problems, high blood pressure, an overactive thyroid, diabetes, or low potassium levels.
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Do not exceed the prescribed dose.
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This is a reliever – use when symptoms appear unless otherwise directed.
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Seek medical help if breathing worsens or you need the medicine more often than usual.
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Not recommended for children under 2 years unless specifically advised.
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Pregnant or breastfeeding women should use only under medical supervision.
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Avoid smoking, as it worsens lung function.
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Store in a cool, dry place and keep out of children’s reach.
Possible Side Effects
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Tremors or shakiness
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Headache
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Dizziness or restlessness
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Throat or mouth irritation
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Nausea or altered taste (occasional)
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Increased heart rate (less common)
FAQs
Q1. What is Asthalin Rotacap used for?
Ans. It is a quick-relief dry-powder medicine that helps open the airways during asthma or COPD symptoms such as wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath.
Q2. How is Asthalin Rotacap different from the inhaler?
Ans. Rotacaps are dry-powder capsules used with a Rotahaler device, while the inhaler is a metered-dose aerosol. Both contain Salbutamol and act as fast-acting relievers.
Q3. Can I swallow the Rotacap capsule?
Ans. No. The capsule is meant only for inhalation through a Rotahaler. Swallowing it will not provide the intended lung benefit.
Q4. How quickly does Asthalin Rotacap start working?
Ans. Relief usually begins within minutes after correct inhalation. The effect can last for several hours, helping ease sudden breathing difficulty.
Q5. What should I do if my symptoms return soon after using it?
Ans. Needing the medicine more frequently may indicate poor control. Contact your doctor for review of your overall treatment plan without increasing the dose on your own.
Q6. How should Asthalin Rotacaps be stored?
Ans. Keep the capsules in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight. Store them out of children’s reach and use before the expiry date.
