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Astelin (azelastine) is a medication used to relieve nasal symptoms such as congestion, runny nose, and sneezing caused by seasonal allergies. It is also used to relieve itching and redness of the eyes caused by allergic conjunctivitis. Astelin is available as a generic drug. Generic drugs are usually less expensive than brand-name drugs.
What is Astelin?
Astelin (azelastine) is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
What are the uses for Astelin?
Astelin is used for the temporary relief of nasal symptoms such as congestion, runny nose, and sneezing caused by seasonal allergies. It is also used to relieve itching and redness of the eyes caused by allergic conjunctivitis.
What are the side effects of Astelin?
The most common side effects of Astelin include:
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Nausea
- Dizziness
What is the dosage for Astelin?
The recommended dosage of Astelin for adults and children 12 years of age and older is two sprays (42 mcg) in each nostril once daily.
Which drugs or supplements interact with Astelin?
Astelin should not be used with MAO inhibitors such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam), and tranylcypromine (Parnate). Astelin should also not be used with other antihistamines such as cetirizine (Zyrtec), diphenhydramine (Benadryl), fexofenadine (Allegra), and loratadine (Claritin).
What are the warnings for Astelin?
Astelin should not be used in children under 12 years of age. Astelin should not be used in people with narrow-angle glaucoma or urinary retention. Astelin should be used with caution in people with hypertension, asthma, or COPD. Astelin should be used with caution in people with heart disease or who are taking beta blockers or other medications that can affect heart rate or blood pressure. Astelin should be used with caution in people with seizure disorders.
What are the precautions for Astelin?
Astelin should not be used in children under 12 years of age. Astelin should not be used in people with narrow-angle glaucoma or urinary retention. Astelin should be used with caution in people with hypertension, asthma, or COPD. Astelin should be used with caution in people with heart disease or who are taking beta blockers or other medications that can affect heart rate or blood pressure. Astelin should be used with caution in people with seizure disorders.
What are the possible side effects of Astelin?
The most common side effects of Astelin include:
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Nausea
- Dizziness
What is the dosage for Astelin?
The recommended dosage of Astelin for adults and children 12 years of age and older is two sprays (42 mcg) in each nostril once daily.
Which drugs or supplements interact with Astelin?
Astelin should not be used with MAO inhibitors such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam), and tranylcypromine (Parnate). Astelin should also not be used with other antihistamines such as cetirizine (Zyrtec), diphenhydramine (Benadryl), fexofenadine (Allegra), and loratadine (Claritin).
What are the warnings for Astelin?
Astelin should not be used in children under 12 years of age. Astelin should not be used in people with narrow-angle glaucoma or urinary retention. Astelin should be used with caution in people with hypertension, asthma, or COPD. Astelin should be used with caution in people with heart disease or who are taking beta blockers or other medications that can affect heart rate or blood pressure. Astelin should be used with caution in people with seizure disorders.
What are the precautions for Astelin?
Astelin should not be used in children under 12 years of age. Astelin should not be used in people with narrow-angle glaucoma or urinary retention. Astelin should be used with caution in people with hypertension, asthma, or COPD. Astelin should be used with caution in people with heart disease or who are taking beta blockers or other medications that can affect heart rate or blood pressure. Astelin should be used with caution in people with seizure disorders.
What are the possible side effects of Astelin?
The most common side effects of Astelin include:
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Nausea
- Dizziness
