flunisolide, an intranasal and oral inhalation adrenal corticosteroid. ▪ INDICATIONS: It is prescribed in the treatment of seasonal or continuing allergic rhinitis that involves inflammation of the mucous membranes of the nasal passages and for the treatment of asthma. ▪ CONTRAINDICATIONS: It should not be given to patients with allergy to this drug or any of its components or to patients with status asthmaticus or untreated bacterial, viral, or fungal infections of the respiratory tract or nasal mucosa. ▪ ADVERSE EFFECTS: The side effects most often reported include nasal or throat irritation, stinging, burning, or dryness; nosebleed; sneezing; bloody mucus; congestion; asthma; increased coughing; sore throat; or lesions in the nose or throat.
