Azelastine is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Azelastine is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Azelastine safe for pregnant women?
Azelastine may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Azelastine again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Azelastine safe during breastfeeding?
Azelastine has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Azelastine on the Kidneys?
Using Azelastine does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Azelastine on the Liver?
Azelastine does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Azelastine on the Heart?
Using Azelastine does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Azelastine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Is this Azelastine habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Azelastine has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Azelastine you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Azelastine only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Azelastine for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Azelastine
Taking Azelastine with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azelastine
Taking alcohol with Azelastine can be dangerous.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Astelin- azelastine hydrochloride
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 164,167
