Aerobid - Flunisolide - Inhalation Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Aerobid.
• Aerobid
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Aerobid Miscellaneous Notes

• This medication is for preventative therapy only.
• Maximum benefit results 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.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take especially of.

What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency

• 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).

Warning

• If you have switched from an oral corticosteroid (for example, prednisone 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 major infections such as stomach infections (gastroenteritis), surgery, or injury.
• Deaths have occurred during such stresses, due to low steroid levels.
• Consult your doctor or pharmacist now for specific advice regarding stress situations; you may need to carry a supply of corticosteroid tablets as a precaution.
• Routine blood tests may be performed (for example, morning cortisol levels).
• Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any of the following signs of low steroid levels.

Read Before Using Aerobid (precautions)

• Before you use this drug, tell your doctor your medical history including.

Aerobid Storage Instructions

• 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.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered.
• Use the remaining doses for that day at evenly spaced intervals.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is a corticosteroid which acts in the lungs to reduce inflammation.
• It is used in the treatment of chronic asthma.

Usage Instructions

• This medication is inhaled into the lungs using a special inhaler device.
• To use the inhaler, shake the canister for a minute.
• Take a drink of water to moisten the throat.
• Place the inhaler mouthpiece into your mouth over the tongue.
• Close your lips tightly around the mouthpiece.
• Tilt your head back slightly.
• Depress the inhaler while taking a slow deep breath for 5 seconds.
• Hold your breath for 10 seconds to enable the drug to penetrate the lungs.
• Slowly breathe out.
• If two inhalations are prescribed, wait at least one minute 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 after each use.
• Do not swallow 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 evening.
• Do not increase your dose, use this more frequently or stop using this medication without first consulting your doctor.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Possible Side Effects

• Dry or irritated throat, hoarseness or coughing may occur as your body adjusts to the medication.
• If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
• Notify your doctor if you develop.