Ryaltris vs. Azelastine for Allergic Rhinitis: Important Differences and Potential Risks.

Ryaltris

(olopatadine / mometasone)

azelastine nasal spray

Summary for Ryaltris

Prescription only

Ryaltris is a nasal spray used to treat symptoms of seasonal allergies like runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, and itchy eyes. It contains two active ingredients: olopatadine (an antihistamine) and mometasone (a corticosteroid). This nasal spray is for adults and children ages 6 and older. You spray the medication into each nostril twice a day. Side effects aren't common but can include a bad taste in the mouth and nosebleeds.

Indications for Ryaltris

Symptoms of seasonal allergies in people ages 6 years and older

Pros and Cons for Ryaltris

Pros

Has two first-choice medications for allergies in a single nasal spray
Starts to work within 15 minutes
Few side effects

Cons

Need to use twice a day
Can cause nosebleeds and nasal irritation
Available by prescription only

Common Side Effects for Ryaltris

Change in taste in the mouth (3%)
Nosebleed (1%)
Nasal discomfort (1%)

Warnings for Ryaltris

Nose problems
Drowsiness
Eye and vision problems
Allergic reactions
Risk of infection
Altered stress hormone levels
Slowed growth in children

Summary for Azelastine

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.

Note: Azelastine 0.15% nasal spray is also available over the counter under the brand name Astepro Allergy.

Indications for Azelastine

Seasonal allergy symptoms related to the nose
Year-round allergy symptoms related to the nose - azelastine 0.15% spray only
Runny or stuffy nose that isn't caused by allergies - azelastine 0.1% spray only

Pros and Cons for Azelastine

Pros

Works well to relieve nasal symptoms during allergy season
Might work faster than steroid nasal sprays and some oral antihistamines
Sprayed directly into the nose
Available in two different strengths (0.1% and 0.15%)

Cons

Doesn't have a counter to keep track of the number of sprays you have left in the bottle
Can leave a bitter taste in your mouth (but it goes away)
Can cause sleepiness in some people
Might need to use twice a day

Common Side Effects for Azelastine

Azelastine 0.1% nasal spray:

Bitter taste in the mouth (20%)
Headache (15%)
Sleepiness (12%)
Nasal burning (4%)

Azelastine 0.15% nasal spray:

Bitter taste in the mouth (4%)
Nasal discomfort (4%)

Warnings for Azelastine

Possible sleepiness and difficulty concentrating

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azelastine nasal spray

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