Flunisolide: functions, dosage, side effects, how to use it

Functions & Usage

What is the drug Flunisolide used for?

Flunisolide is a drug to prevent and control the symptoms of wheezing (wheezing) and shortness of breath caused by asthma. This drug belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. This medication will work directly on the lungs to make it easier for you to breathe by reducing irritation and inflammation of the airways.

This medicine should be used regularly to prevent breathing problems (wheezing / shortness of breath). This medicine does not work immediately and should not be used to relieve asthma attacks. If an attack occurs, use an inhaler that is useful for treating asthma attacks, as prescribed by your doctor.

OTHER USES: This section lists uses for this drug that are not listed on approved labels, but may be prescribed by your healthcare professional. Use this medication for the conditions listed below only if it has been prescribed by your doctor and health care professional.

This drug can also be used to treat lung diseases such as bronchitis andemphysema.

How do you use the drug Flunisolide?

Shake the jar before use. Inhale this medication by mouth, usually 2 times a day or as recommended by your doctor. Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.

If the doctor recommends using 2 or more inhalations from the tube, then for each dose prescribed, wait at least 1 minute. Don't forget to always shake the tube before use.

If you are using the inhaler at the same time, wait at least 1 minute between taking each medication, and take this medication (a corticosteroid) after using the inhaler.

To prevent dry mouth, hoarseness, and yeast infection of the mouth, rinse your mouth with water after using this medicine. Do not swallow the rinse water.

Use this medication exactly as prescribed. Follow the dosing schedule carefully. If you have questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Remember the withdrawal amount used. Discard the tube after using the number of withdrawal labels included in the package, even if it feels as if there is medicine left in the tube. Follow the directions for cleaning the funnel. Do not wash the metal tube or place any part of it in water.

Use this remedy regularly for the best benefits. To help you remember, use it at the same time each day. Do not increase your dose or use this medication more often or for longer than prescribed. Such a method will not be able to improve your condition any faster, which in fact will increase the risk of developing side effects.

Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor. Some conditions can get worse when this drug suddenly stops. your dose may need to decrease gradually.

Learn which inhalers you should use every day (regulating drugs) and which you should use if your breath suddenly worsens (medicines that can help immediately relieve breathing). Ask your doctor what you should do if you have a worsening cough or shortness of breath, wheezing, increased sputum, worsening peak flow meter readings, wake up at night with difficulty breathing, if you use inhaler inhalers more frequently (more than 2 days each week) or when the inhaler inhaler is not working properly. Learn what kinds of respiratory problems you can treat yourself and which ones require immediate medical attention.

If you are regularly taking a different corticosteroid taken by mouth (such as asprednisone) you should not stop using it unless directed by your doctor. You may have withdrawal symptoms if this drug suddenly stops. Some conditions (such as asthma, allergies) can get worse when this medicine suddenly stops. To prevent these withdrawal symptoms (such as weakness, weight loss, nausea, muscle pain, headache, fatigue, dizziness), your doctor may direct you to slowly decrease the dose of the medicine you are taking after you take Flunisolide. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more detailed information, and report any withdrawal reactions immediately. See also Warning section.

You may begin to feel this medication is working within a week, but it may take 4 weeks before optimal benefits from this drug appear. Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or if it gets worse.

How do I store Flunisolide?

This medication is best stored at room temperature, away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze it. Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Do not flush medicines down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your product.

Precautions & Warnings

What should be considered before using the drug Flunisolide?

Before using Flunisolide:

• Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to Flunisolide or any other type of medicine
• Tell your doctor and pharmacist about any prescription or non-prescription medications you are taking, especially arthritis medications, aspirin, digoxin (Lanoxin), diuretics ('water pills'), estrogen (Premarin), ketoconazole (Nizoral)), oral contraceptives, phenobarbital, phenytoin (Dilantin), rifampin (Rifadin), theophylline (Theo-Dur), and vitamins.
• If you have a yeast infection (other than those on the skin) do not use Flunisolide without consulting your doctor.
• Tell your doctor if you have or have had liver, kidney, intestinal or heart disease, diabetes, underactive thyroid gland, high blood pressure, mental illness, myasthenia gravis, osteoporosis, herpes eye infections, seizures or ulcers
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, want to become pregnant or are breastfeeding. If you become pregnant while using Flunisolide, call your doctor.
• If you have a history of injuries or are taking large doses of aspirin or other arthritis medications, limit your alcohol consumption while using this medicine. Flunisolide makes the stomach and intestines more susceptible to the irritating effects of alcohol, aspirin, and certain arthritis medications. This effect increases the risk of boils.

Is the drug Flunisolide safe for pregnant and lactating women?

There is no adequate research on the risks of using this drug in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication. This medicine is included in the pregnancy risk category C. (A = No risk, B = No risk in some studies, C = Possible risk, D = There is positive evidence of risk, X = Contraindicated, N = unknown)

Side effects

What are the possible side effects of Flunisolide?

Seek immediate medical help if you experience any of the following signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Tell your doctor right away if you experience serious side effects such as the following:

• Weakness, feeling tired, nauseous, loss of appetite, weight loss
• Rapid heartbeat, or palpitations, pain or palpitations
• Wheezing or breathing problems after using the drug
• Skin rash, bruising, severe tingling, numbness, pain, muscle weakness
• Changes in the shape or location of body fat (especially in the areas of your arms, legs, face, neck, breasts, and waist)
• Asthma symptoms that get worse

Less serious side effects may include:

• Nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain
• Headache, dizziness
• Mouth, nose, or throat feels dry
• White patches or sores inside your mouth or lips
• Nasal congestion, sinus pain, sore throat, or cough
• The voice becomes hoarse or heavy

Not everyone experiences the following side effects. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have concerns about certain side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Drug Interactions

What drugs can interfere with the drug Flunisolide?

Although some drugs should not be taken at the same time, in other cases some drugs can also be used together even though interactions may occur. In such cases, the doctor may change the dose, or take other preventive measures as needed. When you are taking this medicine, it is very important that your healthcare professional know if you are currently taking any of the drugs listed below. The following interactions are selected on the basis of their potential significance and are not necessarily all inclusive.

Using this medication with any of the following medicines is not usually recommended, but may be necessary in some cases. If the two drugs are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both drugs.

• Bupropion
• Pixantrone

Can certain foods and drinks interfere with the action of the drug Flunisolide?

Certain drugs should not be used with meals or when eating certain foods because drug interactions can occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain drugs can also cause interactions to occur. Discuss your use of drugs with food, alcohol, or tobacco with your health care provider.

What health conditions can interfere with the performance of the drug Flunisolide?

Any other health conditions you have can affect the use of this drug. Always tell your doctor if you have other health problems, especially:

• Asthma attack, acute asthma
• Bronchospasm (difficulty breathing), acute — Should not be prescribed in patients with these conditions
• Bone problems (such as osteoporosis)
• Cataracts or have a history of cataracts
• Glaucoma, or have a history of glaucoma - Use with caution, may worsen the condition
• Chicken pox (including those that have recently been exposed)
• Herpes simplex (viral) eye infection
• Untreated (viral, bacterial, fungal, parasite) infections
• Measles
• Tuberculosis (TB), untreated active or a history of tuberculosis - Use with caution. These drugs can reduce the body's ability to fight these infections
• Infection
• Stress
• Operation
• Trauma - Oral corticosteroids may be needed during this period. Ask your doctor.

Dose

The information provided is not a substitute for a doctor's prescription. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.

What is the dosage of the drug Flunisolide for adults?

Usual Adult Dose for Asthma

Initial dose: 2 puff oral twice a day, morning and evening.

The maximum daily dose should not exceed 4 puff twice a day.

What is the dosage of the drug Flunisolide for children?

Usual children's dosage for asthma

6-15 years

Initial dose: 2 puff oral twice a day.

higher doses have not been studied.

> 15 years

Initial dose: 2 puff oral twice a day, morning and evening.

The maximum daily dose should not exceed 4 puff twice a day.

In what dosages and preparations is Flunisolide available?

Solution, Nasal: 25 mcg / act (0.025%) (25 mL), 29 mcg / act (0.025%) (25 mL)

What to do in an emergency or overdose?

In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (119) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.

What should I do if I forget to take medicine or forget to take medicine?

If you forget a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, when it is nearing the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the usual dosing schedule. Don't double the dose.

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