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Astepro allergy (azelastine)
Azelastine nasal spray
Astepro allergy (azelastine)
Azelastine nasal spray
Summary of Astepro vs. Astelin
Summary for Antihistamine
Astepro Allergy (azelastine) is an antihistamine nasal spray that's used to treat nasal symptoms due to allergies, such as stuffy nose, sneezing, and runny nose. Astepro Allergy (azelastine) is available over-the-counter (OTC) for adults and children 6 years and older. The strength of Astepro Allergy (azelastine) is 0.15%. The dosage depends on your age, but it's usually sprayed into the nose once or twice a day. Side effects can include a bitter taste in the mouth, nasal discomfort, and sneezing.
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Note: Azelastine nasal spray is also available by prescription in 0.1% and 0.15% strengths.
Summary for Antihistamine
Prescription only
Azelastine nasal spray is an antihistamine that treats allergies and nasal symptoms, such as runny or stuffy nose. The 0.1% and 0.15% strengths of the azelastine nasal spray are available with a prescription for adults and children. It's sprayed into the nostrils typically twice a day. Prescription azelastine nasal spray is a lower-cost generic. Possible side effects include a bitter taste in the mouth and nasal discomfort.
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Note: Azelastine 0.15% nasal spray is also available over the counter under the brand name Astepro Allergy.
Indications of Astepro vs. Astelin
Indications for
Short-term relief of nasal symptoms due to allergies:
•Stuffy nose
•Runny nose
•Sneezing
•Itchy nose
Indications for
•Seasonal allergy symptoms related to the nose
•Year-round allergy symptoms related to the nose - azelastine 0.15% spray only