Astelin
Designed to target nasal allergy symptoms, intended to alleviate congestion and sneezing caused by environmental triggers.
Strengths: 10ml
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Alternative names
Rhinolast
- Therapeutic class
Antihistamine
- Pharmacological class
Second-Generation Antihistamine
- Contraindications
hypersensitivity to azelastine
- Precautions and warnings
may cause drowsiness
- Minor side effects
bitter taste; headache; nose bleed
- Moderate side effects
nasal irritation; sneezing; dry throat
- Serious side effects
anaphylaxis — requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
Nasal spray, solution
- Administration route
Nasal use
- Prescription status
P
- Manufacturer
Mylan
- Onset Time
15–30 minutes
- Duration
12 hours
- Storage instructions
Store below 25°C. Do not freeze.
- Drug interactions
alcohol; sedatives
- Age restrictions
Available for children over 6 years.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: consult physician. Breastfeeding: consult physician.
Patient summary
Designed to target nasal allergy symptoms, intended to alleviate congestion and sneezing caused by environmental triggers.
Mechanism of action
Azelastine is a potent, long-acting H1-receptor antagonist. It stabilizes mast cells and inhibits the release of inflammatory mediators like histamine, leukotrienes, and others involved in the allergic response.
Astelin
Designed to target nasal allergy symptoms, intended to alleviate congestion and sneezing caused by environmental triggers.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Azelastine
- Listed indication(s): Allergic Rhinitis, Allergic Conjunctivitis
Available option
- 6 sprays - 10 ml252-10-ml-871