Azelastine nasal User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• Ronib...
• December 22, 2016

For Allergic Rhinitis "Tried many different pills and Flonase and none ever worked and just made me sleepy. Azelastine is a miracle for me. I had horrible itchy nose and constant sneezing/runny nose all day, and my eyes felt puffy and we're watery randomly during the months. Azelastine is the only thing that has completely cleared my symptoms not even 5min after the spray. When I first used it, it did make my nose feel bubbly and it was uncomfortable but after continued use i don't have this issue any longer. The taste is bitter but I rather deal with that than the all day horrid issues I was dealing with. Also it seems to wake me up and give me energy when I take it. Very wierd since I don't see anyone else mention this but it's a nice effect for me."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 6, 2016

For Allergic Rhinitis "I had a very extreme adverse reaction to Azelastine. I took one spray in my right nostril. Immediately, I had intense nasal burning, terrible pressure over my sinuses and severe headache, muscle spasms in calves and shoulders, drowsiness, increased blood pressure. Days later I developed nerve irritation and occipital neuralgia and dizziness due to pinched nerves from the muscle spasms in my shoulders. My mouth became extremely dry with a bitter taste but luckily that only lasted a couple of days. The occipital neuralgia has been the worst part. It has been almost two weeks and I still have the neuralgia. Massage and stretching help relieve it temporarily but then the pain comes back."

• MBano
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• November 18, 2020

For Allergic Rhinitis "My doctor prescribed this due to extremely dry nasal passages and cough, as well as itchy eyelashes and constant sneezing. As soon as I take this I feel immense pressure on my chest and complete drowsiness like a zombie. Sometimes it helps my extremely dry nose, other time it makes it wayyy worse. Makes me feel out of focus so much so that I can't even drive, but that may be in combination with my Anxiety and ADD."

• Pennyp
• August 14, 2016

For Allergic Rhinitis "It relieves my sneezes and nose itching just ten mins after using it,unlike most oral antihistamins its the only thing that has worked for my rhinitis !It has definetly improved my quality of life .Just have ur head tilted to your chin to avoid bitter taste"

• Cher
• March 15, 2017

For Allergic Rhinitis "My PCP prescribed Azelastine 7 days ago for my nasal congestion. It worked like a charm on day 1 and I was able to have a good night's rest finally after 2 weeks of pre-allergy season nasal congestion. But a few days later, not sure what happened. I am more congested than ever. It keeps me awake at night and then when it does kick in several hours later that's when it's almost time for me to wake up for work. And that bitter taste it leaves behind is horrible. I'm always trying to cough it up before it gets down my throat. I would not recommend this drug. Hasn't worked for me since day 2."

• iSurv...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 31, 2013

For Allergic Rhinitis "I have dealt with allergies for the past 5 years and they are getting worse. I've tried everything under the sun, most over the counter, many prescription allergy medicines and sprays. Everything just helped slightly, until this. I cannot believe the immediate response. One spray in each nostril and I'm good for 12 hours. No itchy nose, no sneezing, no runny nose. I purchased a large 30ml bottle. Since I don't have to use every day, this can last easily 3-4 months."

• Chris
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• February 10, 2019

For Allergic Rhinitis "Was given this to assist with Flonase. Unfortunately, I only experienced side effects while on the medication and cut it out, ultimately, after realizing it was the cause. Side effects made both nostrils completely close up, and I would be unable to breathe through them for hours - it would also cause some slight swelling and itchiness. I recommend trying it, but if it's not helping right away, it won't suddenly start working. I was on it for over a year before giving up."

• Kathy
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 6, 2020

For Allergic Rhinitis "I've been using this azelastine for a few months. The bad taste has pretty much disappeared. Keep your head tilted forward for a few minutes as you do stuff and walk around. Unfortunately, it seems to only slightly work. But, slightly is better than nothing which is what I got from other nasal sprays."

• Honey
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• June 21, 2020

For Allergic Rhinitis "Have been using for a couple of years with little relief from post nasal drip and blocked nasal breathing. Also now giving me headache and nose bleeds plus the awful after taste . I wake up with muscle pain and general fatigue which I just associated with it- doesn't happen when I don't take it so will discontinue ."

• wolflew
• April 5, 2010

Astepro (azelastine) for Allergic Rhinitis "My allergies were so bad here in Atlanta (spring 2010) that I had to see a pulmonary doctor for bronchial allergic asthma. It was like bronchitis but no phlegm, just a horrible heavy congestion feeling (which was really swollen, inflamed, bronchial passages) from the pollen. The doctor put me on Singulair, Alvesco Inhaler, and then an ENT put me on Astepro. In my opinion, the Singulair and the Astepro have been the key medications to feeling better and being able to live through these horrible pollen months."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 13, 2018

For Allergic Rhinitis "It doesn’t clear up my congestion so breathing at night is difficult. It makes my eyes dry especially at night and has a funny after taste. I’ve tried it for a couple of months. I used Flonase previously which worked better. Afrin spray pump spray works the best. Neither is recommended for long term though."

• Sissy
• September 30, 2020

For Allergic Rhinitis "I have seen so many Dr's for Asthma and Non-Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis. I was put on Azelastine HC1 3 weeks ago. I now have an improved quality of life. This drug is a life saver for me. Only has a bitter taste if you don't follow directions. So what? It works."

• gross
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 23, 2020

For Allergic Rhinitis "azelastine nasal spray is literally the most disgusting thing I have ever tasted in my life (I followed the directions carefully). However, it worked, for sure. No side effects, got rid of my allergies. Just be ready to chase it with something."

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

Astepro (azelastine) 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!"

• poiqu...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 3, 2017

For Allergic Rhinitis "Started working in a new office in basement manhattan. Immediately seemed like caught a flu. After month, realized it was allergies. When I wasn't there I would feel better. when I was there, the symptoms returned: runny nose, headache, head stuffiness, sinus pressure, lymph pressure, pain along sides of neck and ear infection pain. So I switched from exploring cold/ear medicines (theraflu and cioprodex helped) to allergy medicines. Flonase and Allegra didn't seem to do much of anything. Now trying Azelastine which seems to just to create more problems: head stuffy, ear pressure, headache, groggy, tired, muscle pain in lower neck (the ones connecting to torso). the best solution for me was leaving the job."

• sneez...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 16, 2014

For Allergic Rhinitis "I had sinus surgery after years and years of chronic infection and insomnia. Tried all kinds of medicine. The surgery was ok but did not solve the total problem. This spray may not be a miracle but it comes pretty close. After my annual, my doc said I'm still stuffy but I feel like I'm breathing better. I have had no side effects. Not even sleepiness. I take it morning and night. Immediate relief. Not perfect but better than nothing. I think someone with mild allergies would see immense improvement. "

• Pooki...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 6, 2017

For Allergic Rhinitis "I have had been through hell and back with my allergies and sinuses. I’m not sure what to do. I am too allergic for allergy shots, so the allergist put me on this nasal spray plus Flonase. I’ve been super sick for years now, and two sinus operations. Today after being on this nasal spray for two weeks is the best I have felt, because today I didn’t use azelastine. I think the allergy shot is residing and this medication is wearing off. I get super shakey and sick to my stomach with a lot of pressure in my stomach. Something isn’t right, my story is too long to tell. I wouldn’t wish it on anyone. I just want to cry."

• Josie
• May 8, 2017

For Allergic Rhinitis "The taste is sharp, bitter, and nearly impossible to cover, but because I could barely breathe out of my nose, I wanted to see if the spray would help. After three days, the congestion wasn't decreased, and I developed a dull headache which would last all day. I stopped taking it, waited a few days, and used the spray again to see if the headache was just coincidental, but I got the ache almost instantly. I have also tried Zicam and Clear and they didn't help either; just to provide comparison, but the allergy season on the east coast has been fairly severe."

• Hitdog
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 13, 2024

Astepro (azelastine) for Allergic Rhinitis "Constant runny nose. Flonase doesn't work. Zyrtec D sort of works. I am stuffed up all day and night. Always sneezing. Not anymore. This medication works and I breathe clear. Sleep is better. It will leave a bad taste. To avoid this, tilt your head down when using. Problem solved. I've not had any issues with drowsiness. For now, it works. See what happens when allergy season begins."

• DoornK
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 5, 2016

Astelin (azelastine) for Allergic Rhinitis "My Asthma and Allergist, prescribed this for me when continued use of Flonase was giving me nose bleeds. I took it the next day and never have again. I could not get the taste out of my mouth for half an hour no matter I ate or drank to get it to go away. I have a bad cold right now and the Flonase isn't doing very well, I'm considering trying the Astelin again but I don't know if the taste is worth it."

• Stuffy
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 13, 2017

For Allergic Rhinitis "The prescription was a terrible waste of money. First time EVER for allergies this spring (I'm 55), and as a rule I don't take any medication if I can avoid it. Eight weeks of near constant congestion in my sinuses from the allergies drove me to my PCP who prescribed Azelastine. This had absolutely no effect and it made the congestion much worse within minutes after the first use of the spray. I continued to use as directed for another day thinking it had to get better, but the congestion got so bad that I couldn't sleep at night, even with a topical nasal decongestant (I really HATE topical decongestants and avoid using them). I stopped using the spray after a day and half; I'm still searching for relief from the constant congestion."

• mjh
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 17, 2023

Astepro (azelastine) for Allergic Rhinitis "I suffered for years with post nasal drip. Tried everything. Then I tried Astepro. It worked the first time, and now I can sleep. Yes it tastes yucky, and makes me a bit drowsy, and does sting slightly at first, but I split the dose and it is much more tolerable. These effects do go away after a short while. Minor inconvenience for an entire day without a runny nose. It has been a miracle for me."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 19, 2023

For Allergic Rhinitis "I used to be an avid allergy sufferer, and had been on all kinds of anti-histamines and steroids for my sinuses and congestion. They would work for a short time, but then, the rebound of my allergies were much worse than when I had gone to my PCP. I was recommended to an ENT and went through several allergy tests and also let him know I had nasoplasty (surgery for a deviated septum) on the right side of my nose and was considering having another surgery because I couldn't breathe on the right side of my nose. I was sleeping upright in a sitting position most nights, and just miserable. My ENT prescribed me Azelastine and within an hour after taking my first dose, I started feeling relief and was able to breathe clearly. That was more than 10 months ago and I recommend this product to anyone who may be having sinus issues. I am relieved I didn't have to have the painful surgery again, and I will continue my treatment with Azelastine. It really does work!"

• 5thGe...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 2, 2016

For Allergic Rhinitis "Mold, grass, oak, ash, cedar all give me fits (mold in particular). Two meds control it all effectively (Clarinex -- brand name only -- and Veramyst) but formularies from the Govt took them away. I'd hoped Azelastine would work for me. If continued allergies, burning nasal passages, headaches, constant dripping nose and runny eyes are the intended outcome, then .... So, I'm headed back to my allergist (EENT) to try something else."

• Medic...
• October 23, 2016

For Allergic Rhinitis "I don't know what I'd do without Azelastine. It significantly improved my severe allergy symptoms immediately. No longer waking in the middle of the night with itchy throat, can actually breathe throughout the day! I do wake up congested, but 10 minutes after my azelastine dose I'm good to go. I do take it in conjunction with an oral antihistamine as well, but not sure if I still need it...I just kept taking it since i was already using it before."