Astelin

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Astelin Astelin (azelastine nasal) 137 mcg/

Prescription Drug Information, Side Effects & Interactions for Astelin

Uses
This antihistamine medication is used to relieve symptoms related to seasonal allergies.

Notes

Do not share this medication with anyone else.

Storage

Store at controlled room temperature between 68 and 77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C) away from sunlight and moisture.
Protect from freezing.
Keep the bottle upright with the pump tightly closed.

Astelin Astelin (azelastine nasal) 137 mcg/

How To Use

HOW TO USE THIS MEDICATION: Use exactly as directed in the illustrated instruction sheet within the package and follow directions on the prescription label.
Alternate nostrils when giving yourself the medicine.
The medicine usually begins working within 3 hours of use.

Side Effects

Generally the medication is well tolerated.
Bitter taste, headache and drowsiness have occurred, as well as nasal burning, sneezing, and dry mouth.
If these continue or are bothersome, notify your doctor.
Very unlikely but report palpitations, chest pain, anxiety, mental/mood changes, diarrhea, numbness and tingling of hands or feet, change in sense of smell, vision problems, inability to urinate, weight gain or muscle pain.
An allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs.
Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash, itching, swelling, dizziness or trouble breathing.
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions

Before using this drug, tell your doctor of any allergies, kidney, heart or liver disease, or high blood pressure.
This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
It is not known whether this drug is excreted into human milk.
Discuss the risks of breast-feeding with your doctor.
Alcohol may intensify any drowsiness effect from this drug.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Drug Interactions

Tell your doctor of all nonprescription or prescription medication you may take, especially cimetidine, sleep medicines, sedatives, tranquilizers, drugs for anxiety, narcotic pain relievers, antidepressants, other psychiatric drugs (e.g., chlorpromazine, haloperidol) or other antihistamines.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.