Flunisolide

Therapeutic Group

Nasal Preparations

Indication Dosage

Perennial Or Allergic Rhinitis Including Hay Fever: 

  • Adults & Children 12 Yrs: Initially 2 Sprays In Each Nostril Two Times Daily, If Severe, Max Three Times Daily, Reducing To Minimum Effective Dose. Therapy Should Be Continuous. 
  • Children 5-12 Yrs: 1 Spray In Each Nostril Three Times Daily.

Content

  • Nasal Spray: Flunisolide 0.025%.

Pregnancy

Consult with Doctor Or Caution Advised

Stability

  • Corticosteroid

Contra Indications

  • Untreated Nasal Or Ocular Infections

Precautions

  • Untreated Nasal Or Ocular Infections

Lactation

  • Consult with Doctor Or Caution Advised

Side Effects

  • Aggression And Anxiety (in Children)
  • Headache
  • Dryness
  • Epistaxis
  • Hypersensitivity Reactions
  • Nasal And Throat Irritation
  • Nasal Ulceration
  • Sleep Disturbances
  • Smell Disturbances
  • Taste Disturbances.
  • Rare: Bronchospasm
  • Anaphylaxis