Azelastine nasal for Allergic Rhinitis User Reviews (Page 4)

• mar...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 15, 2024

Azelastine nasal "First time using and did 1 shot. Felt my sinus infection nose clear, and breathing improved, but I started to feel a racing heart. It worked fast, and using Nasonex didn't work well. Now I'm afraid to use again."

• Mel...
• February 3, 2020

"I had issues with it since day one and only took it for a week and had to call it quits. I had a bitter taste in my mouth for hours or all day/every day because I was prescribed it two times a day. I also had sneezing, an itching nose, felt like I had dry cotton mouth all day, and night was bad, drowsiness, really bad headaches, and the worst part was my nosebleeds came back by like day three of being on it. I went to see a doctor because I was tired of nosebleeds and found out I have a 16mm nasal polyp with post-nasal drip. I took it for like a week and it bled every day, and I tried just regular saline nasal spray to put moisture back in my nose, and it doesn't help. I had no choice but to stop. Even after I stopped, it took a week or two to feel like I was back to normal, but now I'm wondering if I did some damage to my nose because it's been about two weeks off, and I had a bad nosebleed just yesterday, and I barely blew my nose. So, my experience was not so good."

• 456...
• July 11, 2016

"I've tried this for a month off and on. Have found some sinus relief for my non-allergic rhinitis but seem to have what feels like my uvula is swollen and become very tired and feel difficulty swallowing. Still able to eat and drink but definitely notice a difference. Not sure if this is a side effect of the medication."

• Ron...
• December 22, 2016

"Tried many different pills and Flonase, and none ever worked and just made me sleepy. Azelastine is a miracle for me. I had a horrible itchy nose and constant sneezing/runny nose all day, and my eyes felt puffy and were watery randomly during the months. Azelastine is the only thing that has completely cleared my symptoms not even 5 minutes 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 would 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 weird since I don't see anyone else mention this, but it's a nice effect for me."

• Not...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 16, 2022

Azelastine nasal "Tried the new Astepro Allergy Nasal Spray that is available over the counter. All I can say is it does dry you up, but it does nothing for nasal swelling. They need to change their ad because it clearly states it will reduce swelling in your nasal passages. It also does make you really sleepy, so best to use at night if you can sleep with a stuffed-up nose. I couldn't, and so disappointed as I wanted an alternative to steroid sprays."

• Jj3...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 14, 2020

"Leaves a horrible bitter taste in the back of your throat, but this stuff works at drying up post-nasal drip and a clogged nose due to seasonal allergies. Just don’t tilt your head back so that the taste isn’t too horrible, and you should be fine. Don’t expect for food to taste the same for the next few hours, though."

• CHH...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 22, 2019

"I have been prone to sinus infections for years, relying on Nasacort and Claritin for the most part, and antibiotics when infections turn nasty. The core problem is a deviated septum and one side of my sinuses that are as convoluted as a rabbit warren. They just tend to not drain very well. Typically, I would get a sinus infection in Oct/Nov or Dec/Jan and end up on antibiotics for a month. I was considering surgery to 'open up' my sinuses but my new ENT doctor put me on Singulair and Azelastine instead. Since then, I have been breathing freely, and so far, have not had the usual swelling/inflammation that precedes an infection. I'm rating the Azelastine at 8 because, although it works great, it does make me drowsy. I'm going to chat with the ENT about that, hoping that I can 'flex' the dosing somehow to minimize that side effect. Otherwise, this stuff is great!"

• Kat...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• April 20, 2018

"I had three sinus surgeries and cannot have anymore. My sinuses were out of control, running and dripping all over the place. Then, within 24 hours of use of this medication, it was miraculous how it targeted my huge problem extremely effectively, with far fewer side effects than taking orally... and works 100 percent better."

• K_W...
• November 24, 2009

Azelastine nasal "I was recently prescribed this when I went to the doctor for a severe (migraine-like) sinus headache. It is expensive but totally worth every penny! It works right away - you can feel the congestion/stuffiness breaking up immediately! I take this 2 times per day along with Allegra D-24 hour 1 time a day. I went from having the severe sinus headaches every single day to getting one maybe once per month. I also posted under the Allegra category - that works wonders!"

• wol...
• April 5, 2010

Azelastine nasal "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."

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

Azelastine nasal "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."

• jrp...
• October 22, 2016

"I've had bad side effects, dyspnea just walking up a few stair steps and going to my mailbox up a slight incline. I also had a bad experience after an alcoholic drink. I thought I was getting a stroke-chest, shoulder, arms pain and shortness of breath. After that, I had some tests done: EKG, stress test, and heart ultrasound-no problem found. I stopped using azelastine for one week and cannot drink alcohol yet because I still have aftereffects and still have shortness of breath after any slight physical activity. It also affects my breathing, colder air gives me shortness of breath."

• mar...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 24, 2023

Azelastine nasal "It somewhat works, however, my nose runs 12 hours later, so I have to use it twice a day. After 3 days of trying, I dumped it because it's like snorting Benadryl. It made me very drowsy. I went back to good old Flonase."

• Pen...
• August 14, 2016

"It relieves my sneezes and nose itching just ten minutes after using it, unlike most oral antihistamines. It's the only thing that has worked for my rhinitis! It has definitely improved my quality of life. Just have your head tilted to your chin to avoid a bitter taste."

• Chr...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• February 10, 2019

"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."

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

"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 a severe headache, muscle spasms in calves and shoulders, drowsiness, and 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."

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

"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 times it makes it way 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."

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

"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 it every day, this can last easily 3-4 months."

• Che...
• March 15, 2017

"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."

• Sis...
• September 30, 2020

"I have seen so many doctors for asthma and non-seasonal allergic rhinitis. I was put on azelastine HCl 3 weeks ago. I now have an improved quality of life. This drug is a lifesaver for me. Only has a bitter taste if you don't follow directions. So what? It works."

• Kat...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 6, 2020

"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."

• Jos...
• May 8, 2017

"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 that 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."

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

"I had sinus surgery after years and years of chronic infection and insomnia. Tried all kinds of medicine. The surgery was okay 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."

• Ast...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 1, 2024

"Initially, it irritates your nose, making it irritated and itching worse than ever, feeling like you've just stuck more of the allergen straight to the back of your nasal passages. But once it kicks in a few minutes later, it immediately not only stops the itching and sneezing, but it also clears out your congestion, and your nose can breathe normally again. I've had seasonal allergies for years, but a couple of years ago, they got a lot worse, and Claritin stopped working for me. Zyrtec, despite being supposedly non-drowsy, makes me feel like a zombie, in so much of a brain fog that I feel afraid to drive, and Xyzal doesn't affect my brain function as badly, but also doesn't help my allergies as much. Astepro works better than both—it does cause a little drowsiness, but not nearly as severe as Zyrtec, and it does a much better and faster job at stopping an allergic reaction."

• Med...
• October 23, 2016

"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 an 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."