Azelastine nasal User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• Dap...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 9, 2019

For Allergic Rhinitis "I think this azelastine nasal spray helps me cope with my seasonal allergies when taken in addition to another allergy pill. I can’t say for certainty that it works well because, most of the time, I immediately sneeze every drop of medicine out of my nose. A couple of minutes after using azelastine, it makes me sneeze, at minimum, 8 times. And I sneeze HARD. I have not figured out how to keep this medicine in my head. I’ve tried sniffing it at different angles, and nothing works. It makes my nose tingle, and I have out-of-control sneezes until my nose and eyes are watering."

• Wor...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 12, 2017

For Allergic Rhinitis "I've had a severe cough for approximately 2 months after getting over a cold. Cough is very dry, there is a mucus buildup in my chest. I finally went to the doctor and was told my cough was due to allergies and was prescribed codeine syrup for the cough. That didn't work. So I went back a couple of days ago and was prescribed the Azelastine Hydrochloride 137 mcg. This was a miracle. The coughing subsided about a couple of minutes after inhaling it. It was such a relief. Over the last couple of days, the cough has minimized substantially. The doctor told me to be aggressive with the allergies until they finally subside. So, I take the Azelastine, Flonase, and Zyrtec every day, as the doctor suggested. So far, so good."

• Mis...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• June 11, 2019

For Allergic Rhinitis "My husband and I both used azelastine nasal spray with different results. He experienced the sneezing, which others have referenced. Azelastine was a big help to me and allowed me to stop using Benadryl and headache meds for sinus headaches. But we both noticed after daily use that the drowsiness is debilitating, so I use it 'as needed.' The drowsiness is different than Benadryl and other meds... we felt it made us 'stupid'... and made me question if it's in the class of antihistamines that crosses the blood barrier to the brain. I don't think it's in that class, but we felt like it should be because of the strong side effect. Still use it for relief on bad days."

• Joh...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 6, 2020

For Allergic Rhinitis "This worked great for post-nasal drip and nasal congestion. Actually, the first medication that I can ever recall doing such a great job. Two drawbacks for me: One, it makes me extremely tired, so I only take it at night. Two, it dries my throat out, necessitating throat lozenges and is just a general annoyance. I now use it only as needed."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 29, 2018

For Allergic Rhinitis "I’m only giving this an 8 because I’ve been on it for 5 days. I was scheduled for major sinus surgery and rather than doing N.C. the surgery, I decided to see an allergist. He prescribed Azelastine and Singular. So far, I’m experiencing incredible relief!"

• bel...
• June 17, 2008

Azelastine nasal for Allergic Rhinitis "Astelin is the only prescription antihistamine nasal spray approved to treat symptoms caused by both seasonal allergens and environmental irritants. Astelin provides relief from bothersome nasal symptoms such as congestion, itchy/runny nose, sneezing, and postnasal drip due to seasonal allergens or environmental irritants. Astelin is steroid-free and does not contain pseudoephedrine."

• All...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 28, 2025

Azelastine nasal "I have exercise-induced rhinitis, especially from running or intense workouts. Before Astepro, I dealt with an intensely runny, burning nose that forced me to breathe through my mouth, constant sneezing, red, watery eyes, headache, cough, brain fog, and increased sinus pressure. Astepro is the only medication that gives me fast relief once symptoms start. Within minutes, my nose stops running, the burning fades, and I can finally breathe through my nose without pain. Not only that, but it helps my headache and red eyes. It works much faster than Flonase or Claritin, which are only useful as preventatives. The biggest downside is that the effects fade within a couple of hours, and I often feel the need to use it more than recommended. I wish the manufacturer would consider different dosing guidelines for those using Astepro as a rescue treatment for exercise-induced rhinitis."

• Anonymous
• August 4, 2009

Azelastine nasal for Allergic Rhinitis "I have developed a severe allergy problem this year. I've been put on several different antihistamines, and Astelin is by far the most effective. Since it is a nasal spray, it's instant relief! I'm so glad my doctor put me on this. I can finally breathe again. If you have problems with congestion from allergies, I would strongly recommend talking to your doctor about Astelin."

• Suf...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 14, 2019

For Allergic Rhinitis "Just had to share my experience on this medication. I suffer from very bad post-nasal drip. This has been the only thing that gets it to stop. Will say, the drowsiness on this medication is unlike anything I have ever felt. I took my dosage last night around 11. It is now 1 pm the following day, and I am still feeling like a sloth. It’s almost a feeling of being hungover."

• Anonymous
• June 24, 2008

Azelastine nasal for Allergic Rhinitis "I have been on various nasal sprays and antihistamines every spring and fall for years. I kept getting sinus infections, severe sore throats, and having problems with my ears. Nothing was very effective until my doctor prescribed Astelin. It has been wonderful! The bitter taste I get if I sniff too hard is well worth the relief it gives me."

• ast...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 25, 2023

Azelastine nasal for Allergic Rhinitis "Working great. Using past week at bedtime to avoid daytime fatigue. Sleeping much better since breathing better, feel better during the day. Should have started this years ago, life would have been better!"

• cmw...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• April 5, 2015

For Allergic Rhinitis "I have suffered from severe allergies for about 15 years (since I was about 12 years old). I have tried every kind of allergy medicine you could possibly think of, from nasal sprays to eye drops to inhalers to oral medications, and none of it even put a dent in my symptoms! I was prescribed this by an allergist two years ago and have never had my symptoms managed so well! This is truly a miracle worker for me! I take this twice a day and have zero allergy symptoms on about 98% of my days. Occasionally, when the pollen count is super high, I may experience a slight itchiness in my eyes, but it is almost unnoticeable."

• Flo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 19, 2019

For Allergic Rhinitis "Horrible experiences. Used the nasal spray at 10 pm and then had violent sneezing, followed by nose and eyes running after, headache pain so bad after lasted all night, entire next day severe reaction. Irrigated with distilled water next day set nose on fire. Nothing helps except time. READ all info before taking this. Happened in 2016, too. Won't try this drug again, listed on allergies."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 19, 2023

Azelastine nasal for Allergic Rhinitis "I have been diagnosed with mild allergies, every season change is sort of like a big challenge. Since I started using this product, my allergies go away for 3-4 days, if not longer. The last time I used it was in May, and I am back using it again the third week of June. It is a good product that works for me, the nose gets clear, the sinus headache goes away, and I can manage."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 7, 2015

Azelastine nasal for Allergic Rhinitis "I woke up, for several months, with bizarre facial pressure; my sinus membranes 'in' my eyes, my maxillaries, etc. felt inflamed and throbbed, subsiding only with the next night's sleep. I don't think that I had bona fide, bacterial-based sinusitis, since flare-ups tended to abate within twenty-four hours and seemed to follow strenuous physical exertion (e.g., running) and menstrual cyclically driven hormonal fluctuations. I found minimal relief for these episodes through saline rinses (which seem to work well for standard congestion) and had already been prescribed other nasal sprays, including fluticasone. 90% reduction in monthly symptom days. 2 bad days per month, max. I've never written a product review."

• Not...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 24, 2017

For Allergic Rhinitis "I have had a cough from allergies for almost a year now. I was prescribed an oral medication and Flonase. They had no effect on my itchy throat. I was prescribed azelastine, and immediately after using it, my throat stopped itching. This cough has been tormenting for a long time, and now it is gone. It's unbelievably wonderful! It did have a really bad taste that gagged me, but I don't care! Next time I will try to lean forward more when I use it."

• Mim...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 21, 2019

For Allergic Rhinitis "ENT put me on Asterol when I first went to him with 5th sinus infection in 4 months and 83 days of antibiotics. It really didn't help a lot until after sinus surgery, and I use it daily now (twice), and it does help. If you hold your head down and tuck your chin, so much doesn't go down your throat where you can taste it."

• Chr...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 24, 2019

For Allergic Rhinitis "I tried this as a last resort. All allergy meds make me really moody, Zyxal makes me feel like I have no emotions and kills my sex drive, and Flonase gives me a major bloody nose. So, this works, but it makes me super spaced out and cranky. I will just be taking it before I go to sleep. That’s all I have figured I can do so far."

• cas...
• January 1, 2017

For Allergic Rhinitis "Before starting this azelastine, I had severe pressure due to sinus congestion and was on antibiotics, 12-hour Zyrtec, fluticasone, medi saline sinus rinses, and Tylenol. I called the doctor and he was not available, and I saw another doctor who said to stop the antibiotics, and he gave me a prescription for azelastine, two sprays twice a day and for Sovereign Silver nasal spray two times and to do the fluticasone still. Right away, I got relief and have been on this regimen for a few days now along with my medi basal rinse bottle. This azelastine really helped my allergies and I will continue my daily doses along with everything else! I don't want the infection back and I have no unruly side effects! Thanks for this medicine!"

• Ohi...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 14, 2019

For Allergic Rhinitis "I had a negative CT scan, blood work was all clear. Was prescribed this and almost instant relief!! I did get a little drowsy, but I have a hard time sleeping, so maybe this will help. The other thing, the taste... that didn’t bother me at all compared to the nasty flower taste of Flonase. This is the first time in years that I can actually breathe!"

• MKa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 25, 2014

For Allergic Rhinitis "I wanted to like this medication since it starts working within minutes compared to the days that nasal corticosteroids take to work. Unfortunately, it would seem I'm in the small percentage that experiences pretty severe nasal burning/irritation from azelastine. I can't keep from blowing my nose to get it out of me as fast as possible."

• How...
• June 26, 2018

For Allergic Rhinitis "Year-round congestion, sneezing, runny nose, and sinus infections lead my complaints. I began azelastine per my ENT's strong suggestion and am now in my seventh month of use and feel virtually allergy-free. Most surprising for me has been the dramatically reduced congestion, something no antihistamine has ever done for me. And no side effects for me-a first among the most effective allergy meds I've tried-and no steroid worries. Actually makes me a bit worse for 5-10 minutes right after spraying, then rapidly better and hitting full stride for hours 2-10, sometimes longer. Mildly bitter taste until I improved my spray technique. I have rarely thanked a doctor so sincerely for recommending a med. I'll likely be using this spray and technique (1 spray/side, twice daily) every day for many years to come. How nice to breathe fresh air again, without drowsiness."

• Gol...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 19, 2023

Azelastine nasal for Allergic Rhinitis "I was taking Flonase and saw the ads for Astepro saying it worked so much faster and better than Flonase, so I tried it. Bad choice! It didn't seem to do anything to stop my runny nose. It's back to Flonase for me, which worked very well, though it is a steroid. But if something doesn't work, no point in taking it."

• Min...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 28, 2019

For Allergic Rhinitis "I had been using Flonase with incredible success until I started getting nosebleeds. My ENT told me to stop with the Flonase and prescribed this azelastine: 2 sprays each nostril 2x per day. I used it this morning, and it will definitely be the last time I ever do. The bitter taste was unbearable, but I should have read the directions for how to administer more closely. I'm sure I can figure out a workaround for that. But not the headache. I am sitting here with a massive headache and groggy feeling that is literally wrecking my workday. As you can see, I'm sitting here reading instead of getting any work done. This is one of the worst headaches I've had in a long time, and I just want to lay down on the floor of my office and go to sleep. I would highly recommend trying it at home during a weekend in case you have a similar experience."

• cir...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 21, 2016

For Allergic Rhinitis "It does eventually work, but immediately after using it, it causes intense sneezing fits. Also, it causes the most unpleasant post-nasal drip--and try as I may (holding head down, sniffing less intensely), there doesn't seem to be any way to prevent this..."