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Compare Dymista vs. Flonase

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Key takeaways

Dymista (azelastine/fluticasone) and Flonase (fluticasone) are both nasal sprays used to treat allergy symptoms, but they have some key differences. Dymista is a combination of an antihistamine (azelastine) and a corticosteroid (fluticasone), while Flonase contains only a corticosteroid (fluticasone). Dymista is available by prescription only, whereas Flonase can be purchased over-the-counter (OTC) and also comes in a generic form. Dymista is typically used twice daily, while Flonase is usually used once daily. Dymista can start providing relief within 30 minutes, whereas Flonase may take several days to show benefits. Additionally, Dymista is approved for use in children as young as 6 years old, while Flonase Sensimist can be used in children as young as 2 years old. Both medications can cause side effects like nosebleeds and slowed growth in children, but Dymista may also cause drowsiness.

  • Dymista (azelastine / fluticasone)
    Fluticasone nasal spray
  • Dymista (azelastine / fluticasone)
    Fluticasone nasal spray

  • Summary of Dymista vs. Flonase

    Summary for Antihistamine / Corticosteroid
    Prescription only

    Dymista is a combination nasal spray containing azelastine (an antihistamine) and fluticasone (a corticosteroid). It's used by people ages 6 years and older to treat nasal allergy symptoms, such as runny, stuffy, or itchy nose. The typical dose is to spray one spray into each nostril twice per day. Side effects aren't common, but include headache and a bad taste in the mouth. Dymista (azelastine / fluticasone) is available as both brand-name and generic medications.

    Summary for Corticosteroid

    Fluticasone nasal spray is used to treat allergy symptoms, like runny nose and sneezing. Fluticasone nasal spray comes in brand and generic forms, and is available by a prescription or over-the-counter (OTC). Fluticasone nasal spray must be used daily in order for you to experience the maximum benefits. But if you're using OTC versions of this medication, don't use it for more than 6 months at a time (or 2 months at a time, for children) without first speaking to your provider.

  • Indications of Dymista vs. Flonase

    Indications for
    •Nasal allergy symptoms (e.g., runny, stuffy, or itchy nose, sneezing, itchy or watery eyes)
    Indications for

    Nasal symptoms from allergies, such as:

    •Congestion
    •Runny nose
    •Sneezing
    •Itchy nose
    •Itchy, watery eyes

  • Pros and Cons of Dymista vs. Flonase

    Pros and Const for Antihistamine / Corticosteroid
    Pros
    •Combines two medications into a single spray
    •Starts to work within 30 minutes after the first dose
    •Likely safe to use during pregnancy
    Cons
    •Prescription only
    •Need to use daily for 2 weeks to experience the full effects of fluticasone in Dymista
    •Need to use twice per day
    Pros and Const for Corticosteroid
    Pros
    •Only has to be used once a day and can last up to 24 hours
    •Available OTC
    •Some formulations have generic versions
    •Can be used safely in children as young as 4 years old
    •Flonase Sensimist is a gentler version that can be used in children as young as 2 years old
    Cons
    •Not a good option if you have an injured nose or had recent nasal surgery
    •Can raise the risk of bleeding and fungal infections in the nose
    •Can slow down growth rate in children if used for longer than 2 months per year
    •Can raise the risk for certain eye problems

  • Common Side Effects of Dymista vs. Flonase

    Common Side Effects for
    •Changes in taste (4%)
    •Nosebleed (up to 4%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Headache (7-16%)
    •Sore throat (6-8%)
    •Nosebleeds (6-7%)
    •Asthma symptoms (3-7%)

  • Warnings of Dymista vs. Flonase

    Common Side Effects for
    •Sleepiness
    •Nose bleeds, discomfort, and injury
    •Risk of infection
    •Altered stress hormone levels
    •Delayed growth in children
    •Allergic reactions
    •Eye and vision problems
    Common Side Effects for
    •Nasal problems
    •Slowed growth rate in children
    •Eye problems
    •Higher risk of infections
    •Stress hormone problems (adrenal gland problems)
    •Serious allergic reactions

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