Aerocort Inhaler
Aerocort Inhaler is a inhaler made by Cipla that contains Beclomethasone 50 mcg + Levosalbutamol 50 mcg. It combines Beclomethasone: steroid (skin or inhaled) and Levosalbutamol: bronchodilator.
| Ingredient (salt) | Amount |
|---|---|
| Beclomethasone | 50 mcg |
| Levosalbutamol | 50 mcg |
Beclomethasone
What it is used for
Reduces redness, swelling and itching.
How it works
A steroid used as an inhaler to prevent asthma, and in skin creams (often with antifungal and antibiotic) to calm inflamed, itchy rashes.
How to take it
Inhaler: daily as prescribed, rinse your mouth afterwards. Cream: thin layer once or twice a day for a short time; not on the face for long.
Common side effects
- Hoarseness or thrush (inhaler)
- Thinning of skin, stretch marks or acne with long use of creams
Get medical help straight away if
- Skin infection spreading under the cream
- White patches in mouth
Be careful
Do not use steroid creams on the face or for long periods without advice.
Other medicines and interactions
Few interactions with skin use. Combination creams with antibiotics and antifungals should not be used for long.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Inhaled and short-term skin use are generally acceptable in pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Levosalbutamol
What it is used for
Opens up the airways to ease wheezing and tight chest.
How it works
The active half of salbutamol. It relaxes airway muscles to relieve wheeze and breathlessness.
How to take it
Inhaler or nebuliser as prescribed, usually when needed for symptoms. Tablets and syrups are less effective and cause more side effects than inhalers.
Common side effects
- Tremor
- Fast heartbeat
- Headache
- Muscle cramps
- Nervousness
Get medical help straight away if
- Breathing gets worse straight after using it
- Chest pain
- You need it more often than usual (asthma is getting worse)
Be careful
Can cause shaking hands or a fast heartbeat.
Other medicines and interactions
Beta blockers such as propranolol can block its effect. High doses with steroids, diuretics or theophylline can lower potassium.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Inhaled forms can be used in pregnancy and breastfeeding; controlling asthma is important for the baby.
Common questions
What is Aerocort Inhaler?
Aerocort Inhaler is a inhaler by Cipla containing Beclomethasone 50 mcg + Levosalbutamol 50 mcg.
What is Aerocort Inhaler used for?
Reduces redness, swelling and itching. Opens up the airways to ease wheezing and tight chest.
How should I take Aerocort Inhaler?
Inhaler: daily as prescribed, rinse your mouth afterwards. Cream: thin layer once or twice a day for a short time; not on the face for long. Inhaler or nebuliser as prescribed, usually when needed for symptoms. Tablets and syrups are less effective and cause more side effects than inhalers. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.
What are the side effects of Aerocort Inhaler?
Common side effects include: Hoarseness or thrush (inhaler), thinning of skin, stretch marks or acne with long use of creams, Tremor, fast heartbeat, headache, muscle cramps, nervousness. Get medical help straight away for: Skin infection spreading under the cream, white patches in mouth, Breathing gets worse straight after using it, chest pain, you need it more often than usual (asthma is getting worse).
Does Aerocort Inhaler need a prescription?
Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.
Can I take Aerocort Inhaler in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Inhaled and short-term skin use are generally acceptable in pregnancy and breastfeeding. Inhaled forms can be used in pregnancy and breastfeeding; controlling asthma is important for the baby.
What are the substitutes for Aerocort Inhaler?
We have no other brand with exactly the same composition and strength in our list yet. Ask your pharmacist for an equivalent.
Sources and further reading
- Beclomethasone: NHS · MedlinePlus
- Levosalbutamol: NHS · MedlinePlus
NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.
Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.
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