Description and Brand Names

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

US Brand Name

  1. Aerobid
  2. Aerobid-M
  3. Aerospan

Descriptions


Flunisolide is used to help control symptoms of asthma and improve lung function. This medicine will not relieve an asthma attack that has already started.

Flunisolide belongs to the family of medicines known as corticosteroids (cortisone-like medicines). It works by preventing inflammation (swelling) in the lungs that causes an asthma attack.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Aerosol Powder