Fluticasone Furoate+azelastine
About Fluticasone Furoate+azelastine
Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate 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 that is typically not harmful to the body.
Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate contains Fluticasone furoate and Azelastine, which together work by inhibiting the release of certain substances that cause allergic symptoms and thus, provide relief from allergy.
Use Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate as advised by the doctor. Some people may experience side effects such as headaches, taste changes or nose bleeds. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate or any other medicines. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate. Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate is not recommended for children below six years of age.
Uses of Fluticasone Furoate+azelastine
Medicinal Benefits
- Effectively treats nasal allergies, such as allergic rhinitis.
- Provides relief from nasal congestion, runny nose, sneezing, and nasal irritation
- Enhances breathing comfort and nasal airflow.
- Beneficial for both seasonal and chronic allergies.
- Lessens sinus discomfort and post-nasal drip.
- Reduces nasal obstruction during night, improving the quality of sleep.
Directions for Use
- Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
- Insert the tip of the bottle into a nostril while closing the other nostril and spray towards the sides of the nostril.
- Keep your head straight and breathe gently.
- Always shake the bottle before each use.
Storage
Side Effects of Fluticasone Furoate+azelastine
- Headache
- Taste changes
- Nose bleeds
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Drug Warnings
- Please inform your doctor if you are allergic to Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate or any other medicines.
- If you experience any changes in vision, 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 Furoate and consult a doctor immediately.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate.
- Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate is not recommended for children below six years of age.
- Avoid contact with people who have infections or who are sick, as Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate 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 using the Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Taking Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate with the following medication classes may cause adverse reactions.
- Medicine used to terminate pregnancy (Mifepristone)
• Potential effect: May decrease the effect of Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate. - Medicine used to treat polyuric conditions (Desmopressin)
• Potential effect: May increase the risk of low salt levels. - Anti-HIV (Saquinavir, Nelfinavir)
• Potential effect: May increase the absorption of Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate, leading to increased side effects. - Antihypertensive (Mibefradil)
• Potential effect: May increase the absorption of Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate, leading to increased side effects. - Antidepressant (Nefazodone)
• Potential effect: May increase the absorption of Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate, leading to increased side effects.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have a history of the following conditions before taking Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate, as it may worsen your condition or cause complications.
- Chickenpox
- Tuberculosis
- Glaucoma
- Viral infection of the eyes
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
consult your doctorAvoid consumption of alcohol with Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate as it may increase adverse effects. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate.
Pregnancy
consult your doctorThe safety of Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctorIt is unknown whether Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate 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 Furoate may cause drowsiness in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate.
Liver
cautionAzelastine+fluticasone Furoate should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment.
Kidney
safe if prescribedIf you have any concerns regarding using Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.
Children
cautionAzelastine+fluticasone Furoate is not recommended for children below six years, as the safety and effectiveness have not established.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
Healthy eating habits:
- To boost immunity, eat a well-balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables.
- To keep your nasal passages wet, drink adequate water.
- Add ginger to foods or tea as it may help reduce cough, nasal irritation, and inflammation.
- Eat fewer processed, spicy, and fried foods as these might exacerbate nose inflammation.
Stress management:
- Use relaxation methods like yoga, meditation, or deep breathing to lessen allergy flare-ups brought on by stress.
- Keep a regular schedule and get enough sleep.
Lifestyle changes:
- Avoid allergen exposure like smoking, dust, and powerful scents.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Allergy: Allergy is a condition that occurs when the immune system reacts to a foreign substance that is typically not harmful to the body. These foreign substances are known as ‘allergens.’ Allergic condition varies from person to person. Some might be allergic to certain foods, 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 Furoate is used to treat allergic symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, congestion, stuffy nose or watery eyes.
Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate works by acting inside the nasal lining cells and stops the release of certain chemicals in the body that cause inflammatory reactions, thereby relieving sneezing, runny or blocked nose, and sinus discomfort. It blocks histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.
No, you are recommended not to use Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate 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, you are not recommended to stop taking Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate without consulting your doctor, as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate, please consult your doctor.
You should avoid taking Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate and consult a doctor before using Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate if you have had any recent nose problems (like nose bleed, nose injury, nose ulcers, or nose surgery), infections like tuberculosis (TB), eye problems like herpes eye infection, glaucoma, or cataracts.
Yes, the Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate makes you prone to infections. So as a precautionary measure, please stay away from any person who has chickenpox, measles, or tuberculosis, as they are highly contagious.
No, Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate is not used to treat asthma attacks. Azelastine+fluticasone Furoate is used to prevent allergic symptoms that can cause asthma. Therefore, it is recommended to carry a rescue inhaler always to treat asthma attacks.
