Azelastine nasal for Allergic Rhinitis User Reviews (Page 2)

• Daw...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 24, 2019

"You have to tilt your head down when spraying azelastine in your nose and hold your breath. I've had no aftertaste at all. It is helping me, day 2, with sinus rinses a few times a day. I am a little sleepy though, will probably just use it before bed."

• Max...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 19, 2023

Azelastine nasal "This was just awful for me. From the very first use, I only did one spray per nostril as directed. I had immediate burning, itching, a bad taste in my throat, lots of tearing, runny nose. As soon as it calmed down, I started feeling drowsy. Like I could hardly keep my head up. I may be allergic to an allergy medication. That seems so wrong!"

• Liz...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• June 22, 2024

Azelastine nasal "I have been taking Astepro as needed for about one year. At first, it made me drowsy. I got used to it, and it does provide temporary relief from allergens as long as I use it right away when symptoms begin. I also take Montelukast sodium (prescribed by Pulmonologist) daily for allergy-induced asthma. I cannot take steroidal medication as it raises my blood pressure to dangerous levels, so Montelukast was prescribed with success. I also have a rescue inhaler that I have not needed with this combination of drugs."

• Twi...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 21, 2019

"Suffered from near-constant allergic congestion my entire life. Claritin D would bring some relief, but not good for blood pressure. Doctor prescribed Azelastine, and I LOVE it! No more congestion, period. No side effects either; I haven't experienced the taste issues others report."

• fru...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 17, 2021

Azelastine nasal "I can breathe! No post nasal drip, no sticky eyes, and no sinus pressure! An urgent care doctor told me to try it, and I am so happy. I've been prescribed everything and frustrated with allergies and sinusitis, but this fixed all the symptoms."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 10, 2020

"I swear I'm allergic to this nose spray. Used it for months, every time I did use it, I would have a sneezing fit, then it was followed by a headache and a bloody nose. I just thought I had a sinus and upper respiratory infection I could never get rid of. Stopped using it, and I feel great. Took a few days, but no more... what doctors thought was the sinus and upper respiratory infection."

• bod...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 15, 2013

Azelastine nasal "Had serious chronic sinusitis with inflammation in the upper sinus and in the nose. The medicine helped significantly, but I get a painful side effect, my whole upper muscles around the shoulders and neck became very tight, stiff, and sore."

• bil...
• March 15, 2012

Azelastine nasal "I have had Restless Legs since I was a teenager. All antihistamines aggravate this condition. Not Astelin. This is a dream come true to take care of my non-allergenic rhinitis while not exacerbating my Restless Legs. Thank you so much."

• Nic...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 24, 2020

"My seasonal allergies are so severe that I’ve been hiding from society because people will think I have COVID. I’ve had the itchy throat for three months now. Puffy and tender spots around my nose. I get this way every spring. My cough keeps my husband up at night. My doctor put me on a cocktail of medication: Allegra, Flonase, azelastine. I tried it today for the first time. Two sprays in each nostril. When it trickled down the back of my throat, the taste was so horrible I started throwing up. It was traumatizing. Also, my food has tasted different all day. My taste is completely different. Is this normal? Even when I drink water, it gives it a completely different and gross taste. I just want this out of my system like now!!"

• Twi...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 14, 2019

"The first time I used it, my allergies and congestion went away almost instantly. But what happened even faster was that horrific taste in the back of my throat. I have experienced a bad taste with Nasalcort as well, but that was mild and went away within 10 minutes. The aftertaste of this drug is probably 5x worse and lasted about 6 hours. Nothing I ate or drank would mask it. The second time I used it was about 15 minutes ago. This time it shot further forward onto my tongue, and I’m really dreading this. If there was a way to stop the taste, the drug would be fantastic."

• Tex...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• March 15, 2016

"I have pretty much constant allergies - all year I'm sneezing and clearing my throat. That has completely stopped by taking this spray twice a day. I cannot say enough good things about it. I initially had the bad taste and minor stinging. The stinging went away after a few uses. The bad taste was due to me not reading the directions! It clearly says to tilt your head downward when spraying. I started doing this and have had zero aftertaste. When it is severe allergy season, I use this with Nasacort. Works like a charm. If you're on the fence about taking this, give it some time. You'll be glad you did."

• Suz...
• April 10, 2014

Azelastine nasal "Astepro has been a blessing to me. I have been a long-time allergy sufferer. An ENT suggested a regular dose of Allegra, Flonase, and Singulair, plus I started allergy drops to begin building my immunity. This medicine regimen seemed to bring everything more under control, except I began having a terrible cough. It was more than a year, and I finally told him I needed to do something about it. I had previously tested negative for asthma, but we tried an inhaler and Astepro (instead of the other nasal spray). Wow, instant relief from the regular coughing due to Astepro, the inhaler seemingly offers nothing. I recommend this for coughing from post-nasal or other allergy problems."

• Din...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 8, 2020

"I'm a 21 y/o female, and I take Zyrtec and Singulair daily for hives and angioedema, as well as seasonal allergies. My doctor added Azelastine to the mix for my sinuses, and it is just soooo awful - it makes me itchy on the inside of my nose, gives me hives and dry skin, itchy eyes, it just does nothing good or positive for me. I get very anxious and panicky on it, and most recently I'm experiencing shortness of breath and chest pain. I'm 1 day off of Azelastine, and the chest pain and anxiety still linger. I feel so sick, I'm never using it again!"

• Dra...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 3, 2020

"Wow! I have fought with a clogged nose since I can remember. Prescribed by my ENT and noticed a HUGE difference after the first dose. Using both azelastine and Flonase, two sprays in each nostril twice a day. Had been using the same dose of Flonase, but without the azelastine and still had not just stuffy but clogged nostrils. I have not noticed any bad taste, even when using right before bed and lying on my back. And I have NO sneezing! I am amazed... I sneeze 3 times many times a day. Hoping this continues to be effective!"

• Lin...
• January 3, 2017

"Holy cow! Immediate relief. When I travel to the Virginia area from Miami to visit family, my allergies are debilitating. This is the first time I've tried azelastine, and it works. Who cares about a slight taste in the back of your throat? It's mild and fleeting and well worth it. Thank you, universe, for this antihistamine."

• Not...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 14, 2012

Azelastine nasal "I have allergies along with daily vertigo. Not only did this help extremely with the allergies, it virtually eliminated my daily vertigo. My ENT recommended this for my vertigo mainly. I have noticed others complain about sleepiness. I only use this at night."

• JZe...
• April 15, 2017

Azelastine nasal "Azelastine nasal spray has finally ended the stuffy nose and coughing that I've been dealing with forever. Taste isn't an issue if used correctly. It's much easier to wake up in the mornings without the never-ending drowsiness that comes with some of the other antihistamines."

• Sne...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 21, 2024

"Awesome product - works 100% of the time, easy to use. I was constantly having sinus infections, coughing all the time, just feeling terrible. I was taking Claritin D and Singulair to open my lungs because I was wheezing all the time. Now I just use this once a day and I'm cured! It's amazing!"

• mom...
• July 14, 2019

"I have had post-nasal drip for years and years. Finally put on this drug. First good night’s sleep in a long time!! I use it once a day (even though prescribed twice) and only at night, so can't say how drowsy it makes me. My only complaint is it makes my dry eye worse. I have not had any of the other side effects that people are mentioning here. I was about to go on a sleep aid since I wake up coughing all the time, but this eliminated that issue!"

• All...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 23, 2022

Azelastine nasal "Caused intense delayed drowsiness and grogginess - as bad or worse than Benadryl, even using a half dose. I took for 3 days in the morning, and every day on Astepro I had to nap in the afternoon because I was unable to maintain consciousness. I never nap normally. Reduces nasal allergies, but at what cost? Also, it's a huge metered dose with a very unpleasant taste."

• Deb...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 9, 2021

"I just started this spray today. I can breathe, but wowowow. I’m freaking out with the shakes and nervous big time. I feel like I’m coming out of my skin. I sprayed it right, so I don’t taste anything. But I have high blood pressure, and this is making me feel insane. I almost feel like I will be sick to my stomach. I’m so bummed. I can breathe, but I can’t do this. Any tips on my side effects are welcome. Literally sweating. Thanks."

• Jim...
• August 1, 2011

Azelastine nasal "In the beginning of the year, I developed chronic nasal drip in the back of the throat. Occasionally, this would flare up into a really bad sore throat, and my nasal passages were constantly inflamed. Tried three types of antibiotics and over-the-counter allergy sprays, and nothing worked. Went to a specialist and received a prescription for Astepro. Finally, the nasal drip and everything that went with it is gone."

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

"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."

• Fin...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 26, 2015

"I have battled allergies and sinusitis my whole life. I was prescribed this by an ENT, and it's truly a blessing. No side effects, only relief. I have tried every medication on the market and have had sinus surgery. This stuff is the best I've ever used. I just hope my sinuses don't build up a tolerance to it."

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

"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."