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Aerobid Side Effects

Generic name: flunisolide

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on May 10, 2023.

Note: This document contains side effect information about flunisolide. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Aerobid.

Applies to flunisolide: inhalation aerosol powder.

Serious side effects of Aerobid

Along with its needed effects, flunisolide (the active ingredient contained in Aerobid) may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking flunisolide:

More common

Less common

Incidence not known

Other side effects of Aerobid

Some side effects of flunisolide may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.

Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

Less common

For Healthcare Professionals

Applies to flunisolide: compounding powder, inhalation aerosol, inhalation aerosol with adapter.

General

The most commonly reported adverse reactions include pharyngitis, rhinitis, headache, sinusitis, and increased cough.[Ref]

Respiratory

Very common (10% or more): Pharyngitis (up to 17.5%), rhinitis (up to 15.7%)

Common (1% to 10%): Increased cough, sinusitis, epistaxis, bronchitis, laryngitis, voice alteration, cold symptoms, nasal congestion, sinus drainage, sinus infection, sneezing, sputum, wheezing, bronchospasm, dyspnea, head stuffiness, nasal irritation, sinus discomfort, sore throat, dry throat[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

Common (1% to 10%): Vomiting, dyspepsia, abdominal pain, diarrhea, gastroenteritis, nausea, oral moniliasis, upset stomach, heartburn, constipation, gas, abdominal fullness, glossitis, mouth irritation, phlegm[Ref]

Nervous system

Very common (10% or more): Headache (up to 13.8%)

Common (1% to 10%): Migraine, taste perversion, weakness, numbness, hyperactivity[Ref]

Musculoskeletal

Common (1% to 10%): Neck pain, myalgia

Frequency not reported: Decreased bone mineral density; reduction in growth velocity[Ref]

Ocular

Common (1% to 10%): Blurred vision, eye discomfort, eye infection

Frequency not reported: Glaucoma, increased intraocular pressure, cataracts[Ref]

Dermatologic

Common (1% to 10%): Erythema multiforme, sweating, eczema, pruritus, acne, urticaria

Cardiovascular

Common (1% to 10%): Chest pain, edema, palpitations, tachycardia, hypertension[Ref]

Genitourinary

Common (1% to 10%): Urinary tract infection, dysmenorrhea, vaginitis[Ref]

Hematologic

Common (1% to 10%): Enlarged lymph nodes, capillary fragility[Ref]

Hypersensitivity

Common (1% to 10%): Allergic reaction[Ref]

Metabolic

Common (1% to 10%): Decreased appetite, increased appetite, weight gain[Ref]

Other

Common (1% to 10%): Ear pain, chills, malaise, vertigo, fatigue, loss of smell, ear infection[Ref]

Psychiatric

Common (1% to 10%): Insomnia, irritability, shakiness, anxiety, depression, moodiness, hypoactivity[Ref]

References

1. Product Information. Aerospan (flunisolide). Meda Pharmaceuticals. 2016.

Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.