AeroBid

Pronounced: AIR-oh-bid
Generic name: Flunisolide
Other brand names: AeroBid-M, Nasalide

Why is AeroBid prescribed?

AeroBid is prescribed for people who need long-term treatment to control and prevent the symptoms of asthma. It contains an anti-inflammatory steroid type of medication and may reduce or eliminate your need for other corticosteroids. A nasal-spray form of the drug (Nasalide) is available for relief of hay fever.

Most important fact about AeroBid

AeroBid helps to reduce the likelihood of an asthma attack, but will not relieve one that has already started. To be effective as a preventive measure, it must be taken every day at regularly spaced intervals. It may be several weeks before you receive its full benefit.

How should you take AeroBid?

Take this medication at regular intervals, exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

Administration technique:
1. Place the metal cartridge inside the plastic container.
2. Remove the cap; inspect the mouthpiece for foreign objects.
3. Shake the inhaler thoroughly.
4. Tilt your head slightly and breathe out as completely as possible.
5. Hold the inhaler upright and put the plastic mouthpiece in your mouth; close your lips tightly around it.
6. Press down on the metal cartridge. At the same time, take a slow, deep breath through your mouth.
7. Hold your breath as long as you can. While holding your breath, stop pressing down on the cartridge and remove the mouthpiece from your mouth.
8. Allow at least 1 minute between inhalations.

To help reduce hoarseness, throat irritation, and mouth infection, rinse out with water after each use. If your mouth is sore or has a rash, tell your doctor.

Illustrated instructions for use are available with the product.

--If you miss a dose...

Use it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take 2 doses at the same time.

--Storage instructions...

Store away from heat or cold and light. Keep away from open flames.