Fluticasone+azelastine
About Fluticasone+azelastine
Azelastine+fluticasone is used to treat allergic symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, congestion, stuffy nose or watery eyes. An allergy is a condition that occurs when the immune system reacts to a foreign substance.
Azelastine+fluticasone contains Fluticasone and Azelastine. Fluticasone works by stopping the release of certain chemicals in the body that cause inflammatory reactions. Azelastine works by blocking histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.
Use Azelastine+fluticasone as advised by your doctor. Some people may experience headaches, taste changes or nose bleeds. Most of these side effects of Azelastine+fluticasone do not require medical attention and resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Azelastine+fluticasone or any other medicines. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using Azelastine+fluticasone. Azelastine+fluticasone is not recommended for children below six years of age.
Uses of Fluticasone+azelastine
Medicinal Benefits
- Azelastine+fluticasone provides effective relief from allergic symptoms such as sneezing, runny or blocked nose, nasal congestion, and watery eyes.
- It reduces nasal inflammation, itching, and irritation caused by allergic reactions.
- It helps clear nasal passages, improving breathing comfort.
- It minimizes postnasal drip by controlling excess mucus production associated with allergies.
Directions for Use
- Azelastine+fluticasone is for nasal use only.
- It is recommended to spray Azelastine+fluticasone twice daily into each nostril, or as prescribed by your doctor.
- Check the label for directions before using Azelastine+fluticasone.
- Shake the nasal spray bottle gently before each use.
- Blow your nose and remove the protective cap. Before the first use, press the pump a few times until an even spray is released.
- Insert the tip of the bottle into a nostril while closing the other nostril and spray the medicine into your nose. Keep your head straight and breathe gently. Repeat the same process for the other nostril.
- If Azelastine+fluticasone accidentally gets sprayed into your mouth or eyes, rinse with water thoroughly.
Storage
Side Effects of Fluticasone+azelastine
- Drowsiness
- Headaches
- Taste changes
- Nose bleeds
Drug Warnings
- Please inform your doctor if you are allergic to Azelastine+fluticasone or any other medicines.
- Do not use the Azelastine+fluticasone if you are pregnant or breastfeeding without consulting a doctor.
- Azelastine+fluticasone is not recommended for children below six years of age.
- If you experience vision changes, tiredness, nausea, vomiting, light-headedness, chills, fever, body pains, sores, redness or white patches in the mouth or throat, runny nose, severe nosebleeds, or increased drowsiness, stop taking Azelastine+fluticasone and consult a doctor immediately.
- Avoid contact with people who have infections or are sick, as Azelastine+fluticasone may weaken the immune system, causing infections to be easily contracted.
- If you have chickenpox, measles, tuberculosis, surgery or injury on the nose, glaucoma, cataracts, herpes infection of the eyes, ulcers, or sores inside the nose, inform your doctor before taking Azelastine+fluticasone.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Inform your doctor if you are taking any of these medicines, as there may be an interaction:
- Medicine used to terminate pregnancy (Mifepristone)
• Potential effect: May decrease the effect of Azelastine+fluticasone. - Medicine used to treat polyuric conditions (Desmopressin)
• Potential effect: May increase the risk of low salt levels. - Antidepressant (Nefazodone)
• Potential effect: May increase the absorption of Azelastine+fluticasone, leading to increased side effects. - Anti-HIV (Saquinavir, Nelfinavir)
• Potential effect: May increase the absorption of Azelastine+fluticasone, leading to increased side effects. - Antihypertensive (Mibefradil)
• Potential effect: May increase the absorption of Azelastine+fluticasone, leading to increased side effects.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interactions: If you have any of these conditions, inform your doctor before taking Azelastine+fluticasone.
- Chickenpox
- Tuberculosis
- Glaucoma
- Viral infection of the eyes
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionIt is unknown whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Azelastine+fluticasone. However, as a precautionary measure, it is advisable not to take or limit alcohol.
Pregnancy
cautionThe safety of Azelastine+fluticasone in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionIt is unknown whether Azelastine+fluticasone is excreted in human milk. It is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks the benefits are greater than the risks.
Driving
cautionAzelastine+fluticasone may cause drowsiness in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Azelastine+fluticasone.
Liver
consult your doctorInform your doctor before prescribing the Azelastine+fluticasone if you have a history of liver impairment/disorder. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Kidney
consult your doctorInform your doctor before receiving the Azelastine+fluticasone if you have had a kidney impairment/disorder history. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Children
cautionAzelastine+fluticasone is not recommended for children below six years as the safety and effectiveness were not established.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
Healthy Eating Habits:
- Add ginger to foods or tea as it may help reduce cough, nasal irritation, and inflammation.
- Stay well hydrated by drinking fluids at room temperature to ease sneezing, a runny nose, and a cough.
- Avoid foods that you know can trigger allergic reactions.
Physical Activity:
- Engage in regular, moderate exercise to support immunity and overall respiratory health.
Monitoring & Safety:
- Avoid exposure to known allergens such as dust, pollen, or other triggers specific to you.
- Maintain good personal hygiene and keep your surroundings clean to reduce infection risk.
Stress Management:
Practice stress-relieving techniques such as meditation, deep breathing, or progressive muscle relaxation to support immune function.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Allergy: Allergy is a condition that occurs when the immune system reacts to a foreign substance. These foreign substances are known as ‘allergens’. Allergic condition varies from person to person. Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever, pollen or pet dander. One of the main symptoms of allergy is cough, which acts as a reflex action in the throat when mucus or a foreign irritant enters the respiratory system.
FAQs
Azelastine+fluticasone is used to treat allergic symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, congestion, stuffy nose‚ or watery eyes.
Azelastine+fluticasone is a combination of two drugs: Fluticasone (corticosteroid) and Azelastine (antihistamine/antiallergic). Fluticasone works by acting inside the nasal lining cells and stopping the release of certain chemicals in the body that cause inflammatory reactions, thereby relieving sneezing, runny or blocked nose and sinus discomfort. On the other hand, Azelastine belongs to the class of antihistamines (antiallergic drugs) that works by blocking histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It helps relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion, or stiffness. Together, both of them effectively treat allergic symptoms.
It is recommended that you avoid taking grapefruit juice with Azelastine+fluticasone as it may lead to adrenal insufficiency and Cushing’s syndrome (increased cortisol hormone in the body).
Your rhinitis symptoms may improve over several days of regular use. Call your healthcare provider if your symptoms do not improve or worsen.
You are not recommended to take more than the prescribed dose of Azelastine+fluticasone or for a prolonged time as it may cause adverse effects such as changes in body fat (especially in the back, waist, neck, and face), easy bruising, skin thinning, increased facial hair or acne, loss of interest in sex, impotence or menstrual problems. However, if you experience any of these symptoms while taking Azelastine+fluticasone, please consult a doctor immediately.
No, you are recommended not to use Azelastine+fluticasone if you have a recent nose operation or have any nose infections, as it may lead to nose bleeding and excessive pain in the nose, leading to further worsening of your condition. Consult your doctor and do as advised for the best results.
No, Azelastine+fluticasone is not used to treat asthma attacks. It is used to prevent allergic symptoms that can cause asthma. Therefore, it is recommended to always carry a rescue inhaler to treat asthma attacks.
Azelastine+fluticasone contains Fluticasone, which belongs to the class of corticosteroids, and it may result in the development of glaucoma and/or cataracts. Therefore, close monitoring is warranted in patients with a change in vision or a history of increased intraocular pressure, glaucoma, and/or cataracts.
Use Azelastine+fluticasone as advised by your doctor. Place the tip of the bottle into one nostril while closing the other nostril. Spray towards the side of your nostril, keeping your head upright and breathing in softly.
Store in a cool and dry place at room temperatures. Protect from light. Keep it out of reach of children. Do not refrigerate. Follow the local guidelines for disposal of Azelastine+fluticasone.
Azelastine+fluticasone causes side effects as headache, nose bleeds, and taste change. These side effects do not require any medical treatment. They will reduce by time.
