What is FLUNISOLIDE used for?

FLUNISOLIDE (brand name Flunisolide) is a Other indicated for See full prescribing information.

How does FLUNISOLIDE work?

FLUNISOLIDE works through the following mechanism: Other agent.

What are the most common side effects of FLUNISOLIDE?

Reported side effects vary by individual. The side-effects section on this page lists the events most frequently reported to FDA FAERS for FLUNISOLIDE. FAERS is voluntary reporting, so it reflects what was reported, not absolute incidence.

Is FLUNISOLIDE the same as Flunisolide?

Flunisolide is a brand name for FLUNISOLIDE. They share the same active ingredient and FDA-approved indications. Biosimilars and authorised generics may differ in inactive ingredients such as buffers or preservatives.

FLUNISOLIDE

Other

Brand names: Flunisolide

Nasal

Mechanism of Action

Other agent

Indications

See full prescribing information

Contraindications

• CONTRAINDICATIONS Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.

FDA Warnings

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Known Side Effects

11 documented side effects by frequency

Nausea

>10%

Shortness of Breath

1-10%

Anxiety

1-10%

Diarrhea

1-10%

Fatigue

1-10%

Dizziness

1-10%

Weakness

1-10%

Drug Not Working

1-10%

Headache

1-10%

Chest Pain

1-10%

Cough

1-10%

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Primary sources

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DailyMed FDA label search → FLUNISOLIDE openFDA label JSON → FLUNISOLIDE FAERS adverse-event reports → FLUNISOLIDE ClinicalTrials.gov → completed Phase 2+ trials of FLUNISOLIDE

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Formulations

Dosage Forms

Tablet

Route

Nasal