Azelastine Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Azelastine-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.

Explore Azelastine brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.

Generic Name : Azelastine

Pronunciation : a-ZEL-as-teen

Therapeutic Classification : Nasal Medications

Brand Names or Trade Names of Azelastine

India :

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International :

Astelin , Astepro , Optivar

Why is Azelastine Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a selective histamine antagonist, prescribed in treating allergic rhinitis. It blocks the histamine action, which reduces allergy symptoms.

When should Azelastine not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Azelastine?

Adult: The recommended dose is two sprays per nostril twice daily.
Child: The recommended dose is one spray per nostril twice daily.

How should Azelastine be taken?

It comes as a nasal spray.

What are the warnings and precautions for Azelastine?

• It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• Avoid alcoholic beverages.

• Caution needed for pregnant and breastfeeding women.

What are the side effects of Azelastine?

Most Common- Bitter taste, headache, drowsiness, nasal burning, inflammation of pharynx/nose, dry mouth, sneezing, nausea, fatigue, dizziness, nosebleed and increased weight.
Body as Whole- Allergic reaction, back pain, viral infection, discomfort or uneasiness, pain in extremities, abdominal pain and fever.
Heart - Flushing, high blood pressure and fast heart rate.
Skin- Contact dermatitis, inflammation, hair follicle infection, skin infection and skin laceration.
Gastrointestinal- Constipation, inflammation of stomach/tongue/intestine, ulcer, vomiting, increased SGPT, diarrhea and toothache.
Metabolic- Increased appetite.
Musculoskeletal- Muscle/joint pain, jawbone dislocation and joint inflammation.
Central Nervous System- Hyperactivity and fainting.
Psychological- Anxiety, depersonalization, depression, nervousness, sleep disorder and abnormal thinking.
Respiratory- Asthma, coughing, throat burning, inflammation of larynx/bronchus/sinus, dry throat, shortness of breath, nasal congestion, nasal dryness and post nasal drip.
♦ Eye and ENT- Eye inflammation, eye pain, watery eyes, nasal sore and loss of taste.
Genitourinary - Presence of albumin in urine, breast pain, absence of menstrual period, blood in urine and increased urinary frequency.