Flunisolide Inhaler Solution
Chemical
Name: FLUNISOLIDE (floo-NISS-oh-lide)
Common Flunisolide Inhaler uses
This
medicine is a corticosteroid used to treat the
symptoms of seasonal and perennial allergic
rhinitis (hay fever). It may also be used to
treat other conditions as determined by your
doctor.
Before using Flunisolide Inhaler
INFORM
YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription
and over-the-counter medicine that you are
taking. Inform your doctor of any other medical
conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or
breast-feeding.
Flunisolide Inhaler Directions
Follow
the directions for using this medicine provided
by your doctor. This medicine is to be used in
the nose. This medicine may come with an
instruction leaflet. Ask your doctor, nurse, or
pharmacist any questions that you may have
before using this medicine. STORE THIS MEDICINE
at room temperature, away from heat and light.
IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, use it as
soon as possible. If it is much more than 1 hour
since your last dose, skip the missed dose and
go back to your regular dosing schedule.
Flunisolide Inhaler Cautions
IT MAY
TAKE SEVERAL DAYS for this medicine to give full
benefit. Continue to use it as directed during
this time. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE more often
or for a longer time than your doctor
recommended. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other
nasal problems. AVOID GETTING THIS MEDICINE IN
YOUR EYES. IF YOU HAVE NOT HAD CHICKENPOX OR
MEASLES, avoid contact with anyone who has
either of these diseases. Caution should be used
in the elderly since they may be more sensitive
to the effects of this medicine. THIS MEDICINE
MAY AFFECT GROWTH RATE in children. Your child's
growth should be checked regularly while using
this medicine. Children under 6 years of age
should not use this medicine. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU
PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your
doctor the benefits and risks of using this
medicine during pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS
MEDICINE IS EXCRETED in breast milk. IF YOU ARE
OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING while you are using
this medicine, check with your doctor or
pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.
Possible Flunisolide Inhaler side effects
SIDE
EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment,
include mild nasal dryness or irritation,
burning, stinging, throat irritation, or
headache. If they continue or are bothersome,
check with your doctor. If you notice other
effects not listed above, contact your doctor,
nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug interactions
Drug
interactions can result in unwanted side effects
or prevent a medicine from doing its job. Use
our drug interaction checker to find out if your
medicines interact with each other.
Check drug interactions
If you take too much Flunisolide Inhaler
If
overdose is suspected, contact your local poison
control center or emergency room immediately.
Additional Flunisolide Inhaler information
If your
symptoms have not improved with regular use of
this medicine, contact your doctor. ALWAYS HAVE
A SPARE INHALER available in case the unit
malfunctions or is empty. DO NOT SHARE THIS
MEDICINE with others for whom it was not
prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other
health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the
reach of children. IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR AN
EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills before
your supply runs out.
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