Azelast137mcg
Nasal Spray
Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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| Alcohol | No interaction found/established |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Azelast may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Azelast is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
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| Driving | No interaction found/established |
| Kidney | No interaction found/established |
| Liver | No interaction found/established |
Introduction
Azelast belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is used to treat sneezing, runny or stuffy nose caused by allergies (allergic rhinitis... View More
Uses of Azelast
- Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies
Side effects of Azelast
- Taste change
How to use Azelast
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Insert the bottle tip into one nostril ... View More
How Azelast works
Azelast is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as runny nose, sneezing, and itchy nose by blocking the effects of a chemical m... View More
What if you forget to take Azelast?
If you miss a dose of Azelast, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your r... View More
- The right way to use the nasal spray:
- Avoid deep breathing as it will cause medication to go back to the throat and make it less effective.
- Do not share the bottle with anyone else so that you do not spread germs.
- Azelast should be avoided in patients with recent nasal ulcers, nasal surgery, or nasal trauma.
Indication
Allergic rhinitis, vasomotor rhinitis.
Administration
Prime with 4 sprays before initial use; if idle for 3 days, reprime with 2 sprays
Adult Dose
Allergic Rhinitis: Adults: 2 sprays per nostril twice daily.
Child Dose
Allergic Rhinitis: Children 5 years to 11 years of age: 1 spray into each nostril twice daily. Children >12 years: 2 sprays per nostril twice daily.
Contraindication
Known hypersensitivity to Azelastine Hydrochloride or any of its components.
Mode of Action
Azelastine blocks histamine H1-receptor activity and inhibits release of inflammatory mediators from mast cells.
Precaution
In clinical trials, the occurrence of somnolence has been reported in some patients taking Azelastine Hydrochloride Nasal Spray; due caution should ther... View More
Side Effect
>10% Bitter taste (8-19.7%),Headache (8-14.8%),Somnolence (1-11.5%),Cold symptoms/rhinitis (2-17%),Cough (11%) 1-10% Nasal burning (4.1%),Sneezing ... View More
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy Limited data from postmarketing experience over decades of use in pregnant women have not identified any drug associated risks of miscarriage... View More
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