Astelin

Astelin (Azelastine) is an h1-receptor antagonist.

Astelin (Azelastine) relieves one’s symptoms by blocking the effects of Histamine.

Astelin (Azelastine) is a white almost odorless, crystalline powder.

Astelin (Azelastine) has a bitter taste.

Astelin (Azelastine) is sparingly soluble in water, Methanol and Propylene Glycol.

Astelin (Azelastine) is slightly soluble in Ethanol, Octanol and Glycerin.

Astelin (Azelastine) is steroid – free.

Astelin (Azelastine) does not contain Pseudo Ephedrine.

Take astelin exactly as directed by your health care professional.

If you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which seem severe/persistent contact your doctor immediately.

Astelin (Azelastine) may even cause a bitter after – taste in the mouth.

Astelin (Azelastine) may even cause drowsiness.

Astelin (Azelastine) may even cause red eyes.

Astelin (Azelastine) may even cause a headache.

Astelin (Azelastine) may even cause loss of sensation in certain body areas.

Astelin (Azelastine) may even cause sneezing.

Astelin (Azelastine) may even cause a sore throat.

Astelin (Azelastine) may even cause nasal burning.

Astelin (Azelastine) may even cause a dry mouth.

Astelin (Azelastine) may even cause palpitations.

Astelin (Azelastine) may even cause chest pain.

Astelin (Azelastine) may even cause anxiety.

Astelin (Azelastine) may even cause the patient to experience mood swings.

Astelin (Azelastine) may even cause diarrhea.

Astelin (Azelastine) may even cause numbness and tingling of the hands or feet.

Astelin (Azelastine) may even cause an altered sense of smell.

Astelin (Azelastine) may even cause vision problems.

Astelin (Azelastine) may even cause a patient inability to urinate.

Astelin (Azelastine) may even cause weight gain.

Astelin (Azelastine) may even cause nosebleeds.

Astelin (Azelastine) may even cause sinus infections.

Astelin (Azelastine) may even cause Arrhythmia (an irregular heart rhythm).

Astelin (Azelastine) may even cause nausea.

Astelin (Azelastine) may even cause the patient to urinate blood.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to the formulation of this medication or any other medication in any other form.

barbiturates
muscle relaxants
tranquilizers/antidepressants
alcohol containing medicines
antihistamines used in cold medicines

Astelin (Azelastine) may interact with Codeine.

Astelin (Azelastine) may interact with Restoril.

Astelin (Azelastine) may interact with Cimetidine.

Astelin (Azelastine) may interact with Ketoconazole.

Astelin (Azelastine) may interact with Benadryl.

Astelin (Azelastine) may interact with Claritin.

Astelin (Azelastine) may interact with Narcotics or opiates, such as morphine.

Astelin (Azelastine) may interact with Tranquilizers.

Inform your doctor about any other medication you may be taking in any other form.

In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

If you conceive whilst on a course with this medication inform your doctor immediately.

If you need to undergo any kind of surgery, inform your doctor you are taking this medicine.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breast feeding or planning to conceive.

Do not double doses to make up for a missed dose. Consult your health care professional about your missed dose.

Azelastine is used to treat runny nose, stuffy nose, and sneezing due to allergies.

It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Store at controlled room temperature 20°-25°C (68°-77°F).

Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had any other medical problems.

Astelin (Azelastine) must not be consumed by patients who have Kidney problems.

Astelin (Azelastine) must not be consumed by patients who have Liver problems.

Astelin (Azelastine) must not be consumed by patients who have Heart disease.

Astelin (Azelastine) must not be consumed by patients who have High blood pressure.