Duolin Rotacaps (Levosalbutamol/Ipratropium)

Product Description

WHAT ARE DUOLIN ROTACAPS?

DUOLIN ROTACAPS as a combination of two different medicines, ipratropium bromide, and salbutamol sulfate, are used in the treatment of obstructive pulmonary disease.

DUOLIN ROTACAPS are indicated for the patients who suffer from a “chronic obstructive pulmonary disease,” COPD and the bronchospasm which require a second bronchodilator.

The combined effect of these two medicines will relieve severe breathing problems,  lack of breath and pressure in breasts.

DUOLIN ROTACAPS  are intended for inhalation and ought to be administered by using Roathaler.

BEFORE TAKING DUOLIN  ROTACAPS  CHECK  IF :

• you are allergic to similar drugs containing atropine or similar atropine
• you know that you have an enlarged heart or condition known as “hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy.”
• you suffer from a rapid heart rate (tachyarrhythmia)

IN WHICH CONDITIONS YOU SHOULD  TAKE A SPECIAL CARE WHEN TAKING DUOLIN ROTACAPS?

When taking DUOLIN ROTACAPS, take special care   if:

• You are suffering from eye disease known as glaucoma (increased eye pressure) or from any other eye disease.
• You have recently had a heart attack (myocardial infarction)
• You have widening veins problems in the lower part of legs
• you have, in the history of the disease, heart disease, irregular heartbeat or angina pectoris
• You suffer from the diabetes mellitus, a metabolic disorder of glucose in the blood
• You have hyperactivity of the thyroid gland
• You have problems with prostate or difficulty with urinating
• You have cystic fibrosis
• you have learned that you have an adrenal gland tumor (phaeochromocytoma)

The use of salbutamol can cause decay on teeth known as caries.

Therefore, it is recommended, especially in children, to pay attention to proper oral hygiene and to carry out regular dental check-ups.

WHAT  ARE   THE RECOMMENDED DOSE TO USE DUOLIN ROTACAPS?

These are not recommended for children under 12 years of age.

The dosage of DUOLIN ROTACAPS is one Rotacap, four times a day.

The maximum number of Rotacaps should not exceed six in 24 hours.

HOW TO APPLY DUOLIN ROTACAPS  BY USING ROTAHALER?

The medicine can be used only by inhalation and can be administered through a suitable inhalation medical device called Rotahaler.

Rotahaler is designed to enable the inhalation of the medicine which is in the form of the powder.

The use of  DUOLIN ROTACAPS  is very important for the treatment of the deep structure of the lungs.

The Rotacaps should not be taken orally, but only with ROTAHALER.

HOW TO PERFORM THE INHALATION WITH DUOLIN ROTACAPS?

There are indicated for the inhalation in the Rotahaler, through inhaling a medicine as a dry powder. A medicine in this form will help in the situation when healing isn’t improving as expected.

Rotahaler should be undamaged, dry and clean. In the hole which is on the device,  you should place one Rotacap. When the content of the Rotacap is released, putting the mouthpiece in your mouth, you are ready for treatment.

Take a deep inhale for a minimum of ten seconds and hold breath as long as you can. The effect of therapy depends on the precise inhaling procedure.

WHAT IF YOU HAVE TAKEN MORE DUOLIN ROTACAPS  ARE  THAN PRESCRIBED?

If you take more than you need, talk to your doctor or go to the hospital immediately.

IF YOU  FORGOT TO TAKE DUOLIN ROTACAPS ARE?

• If you forget to take a prescribed dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember
• Never take a double dose to make up for a missed dose

IF YOU SUDDENLY STOP USING   DUOLIN ROTACAPS ARE?

Do not stop the therapy with medicine without consulting your doctor.

Your doctor will tell you how long you should use DUOLIN ROTACAPS.

THE THERAPY WITH DUOLIN ROTACAPS CAN HAVE SOME SIDE EFFECTS SUCH AS:

• Mouth dryness
• Nausea
• the irritation of a throat
• Serious allergic reactions that result with the breathing difficulties or dizziness
• Allergic reactions followed by such as rash or itching
• Swelling of face, lips, and tongue
• Mental disorders
• Pain in the eyes or other eye problems including blurred vision, enlarged pupils and glaucoma
• Increased sweating
• Improper heart function
• heart failure when a heart function is reduced
• Dry throat, swelling of the throat
• Breathing difficulty and shortness of breath
• Diarrhea, constipation, vomiting or other problems with the digestive system
• Muscle cramps, muscle weakness, and pain
• Urinary retention
• Feeling sick (asthenia)
• Blood pressure drop
• Dental caries
• Stomatitis
• Changes in taste