Aerospan Hfa

Active Ingredient(s): Flunisolide
FDA Approved: * January 27, 2006
Pharm Company: * FOREST LABS
Category: Asthma

Flunisolide (marketed as AeroBid among others) is a corticosteroid often prescribed as treatment for allergic rhinitis.[1] Intranasal corticosteroids are the most effective medication for controlling symptoms. [2] The principal mechanism of action of flunisolide is to activate glucocorticoid receptors, meaning it has an anti-inflammatory action. The effects of topical corticosteroids is not immediate and requires regular use and at least a few days to start exp... [wikipedia]

* May have multiple approval dates, manufacturers, or labelers.

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