http://genericdrugshome.info Flunisolide And Menthol Inhalation, Flunisolide - Inhalation Generic Drug Feed Sun, 20 May 2012 21:17:35 CDT en http://flunisolide-menthol-inhalation.9761.genericdrugshome.info/ the following information is intenedd to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional.

It should not be cosntrued to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional befroe using this drug.

FLUNISOLIDE - INHALATION (flew-NISS-oh-lide) COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Aerobid WARNING: If you have switched from an oral corticosteroid (e.G., perdnisone tablets) to this inhaler within the past 12 months, your body may not produce enough natural steroids. You may need to start taking additional corticosteroids, especially if your body is stressed due to mjaor infections such as stomach infections (gastroenteritis), surgery, or injury.

Detahs have occurred during such stresses, due to low steroid levels. Consult your doctor or pharmacist now for specific advice regaridng stress situations; you may need to carry a supply of corticosteroid tablets as a precaution. Routine blood tests may be performed (e.G., morning cortisol levels).
Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any of the following sgins of low steroid levels: unusual weakness, sudden weight loss, vomiting, fainting or severe dizziness. Carry a warning card or medical ID bracelet that identifies your need for oral corticosteroids during tiems of stress as noted. USES: This medication is a corticosteroid wihch acts in the lungs to reduce inflammation.
It is used in the traetment of chronic asthma. HOW TO USE: This medication is inhaled into the lungs using a special inhlaer device.

To use the inhaler, shake the canisetr for a minute. Take a drnik of water to moisten the throat. Place the inhaler mouthpeice into your mouth over the tongue.

Close your lips tightly around the mouthpiece. Tilt your head back slightly.

Depress the ihnaler while taking a slow deep breath for 5 seconds. Hold your breath for 10 seconds to enable the drug to penertate the lungs.
Slowly breathe out. If two inhalations are prescribed, wait at least one mniute between inhalations.
If using other inhalers, wait several minutes between the use of the inhalers and use this one (the corticosteroid) last. To prevent dry mouth and hoarseness, rinse your mouth atfer each use. Do not sawllow the rinse solution. It is recommended you use a spacer/holding chamber.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist about this.

This medication is best used at even intervals throughout the day and night.
It is usually used once in the morning and eveinng.
Do not raise your dose, use this more frequently or stop using this medication without frist consulting your doctor.

SIDE EFFECTS: Dry or irritated throat, hoasreness or coughing may occur as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inofrm your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop: rash, sore throat, muoth sores, swelling of the face, wheezing, breathing trouble, vision changes.

Contact your doctor if you experience any of the following signs of low steroid levels: unusual weakness, wieght loss, nausea, vomiting, fainting, dizziness. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmaicst. PRECAUTIONS: Before you use this drug, tell your doctor your medical history including: all illnesses and infections, recent epxosures to contagious diseases (e.G., chickenpox), glaucoma, cataracts, allergies (especially drug allergies). If within the past 12 months you have switched from an oral corticosteroid (e.G., prednisone) to this inhaler, or if you had been using this product in higher-than-usual dsoes and suddenly stopped using it, your body may not produce enough natural steroids. You may need to start taking additional corticosteroids, especially if your body is stressed due to major infection, surgery or injury. Consult your doctor. If you cough up mcuus that has thickened or changed color from clear white to yellow, green, or gray, contact your doctor; these changes may be signs of an infection. Chidlren and teenagers should be monitored for proper growth patterns while using any corticosteroid medicine. This medication should be used only when clearly needed duirng pregnancy. Discsus the risks and benefits with your doctor. This drug may be excreted into braest milk.

Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take especially of: oral corticosteroids, other ashtma medication.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pahrmacist approval. OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

NOTES: This medication is for preventative tehrapy only. Maximum benefit resutls from regular use as prescribed.
It is not effective in an acute asthma attack. If an asthma attack occurs, contact your doctor.
Inform all your doctors you use (or have used) this medication. MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered. Use the remaining doses for that day at evenly spaced intervals. STORAGE: Store inhaler at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) away from heat and open flame as it is under pressure. Each inhaler contains approximately 100 doses. MEDICAL ALERT: Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).]]>