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Nasonex vs. Astepro

Mometasone nasal spray is used to prevent the nose symptoms of seasonal allergies, as well as to treat nose and sinus inflammation in adults with nasal polyps. Some side effects this medication can cause include headache and bloody nose. Mometasone nasal spray is available both with a prescription and over the counter (OTC).

• Temporary relief of allergy symptoms (e.g., stuffy or runny nose, sneezing, itchy nose) (OTC only)
• Prevention of seasonal allergies (prescription only)
• Treatment of long-term nose and sinus inflammation with nasal polyps (prescription only)

• Headache (26%)
• Viral infection (14%)
• Sore throat (12%)
• Bloody nose or mucus (11%)
• Coughing (7%)
• Upper respiratory tract infection (i.e., common cold; 6%)
• Period cramps (5%)
• Muscle pain (5%)
• Congestion, pressure near the nose or forehead, and other symptoms of sinus infection (5%)

• Nose injury and slowed wound healing
• Fungal infection in the nose and throat
• Vision changes
• Risk of infection
• Hormone changes
• Poor growth in children

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.

Note: Azelastine nasal spray is also available by prescription in 0.1% and 0.15% strengths.

Short-term relief of nasal symptoms due to allergies:

• Stuffy nose
• Runny nose
• Sneezing
• Itchy nose

• Bitter taste (up to 6%)
• Nasal discomfort (up to 4%)
• Nosebleed (up to 2%)
• Sneezing (up to 2%)

• Possible sleepiness and difficulty concentrating