Comparing Azelastine Nasal vs Fluticasone Nasal
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Prescribed for Allergic Rhinitis. azelastine nasal may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. |
Fluticasone nasal spray reduces inflammation and nasal symptoms associated with rhinitis; however, it may take up to three days for the full effects to be seen. Nosebleeds are a common side effect.... View more |
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Ratings & ReviewsRecent helpful reviews |
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7.0
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. |
5.8
For Allergic Rhinitis: Worked great for keeping nasal passages open for about two months and then I developed a hacking cough, sore throat, and a headache. Haven't had a headache in years. Looked up side effects and decided to stop using it. For Allergic Rhinitis: I had headaches after 3-4 days of start using it.. |
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Side Effects |
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Commonly reported side effects include: drowsiness, bitter taste, and dysgeusia. See the full azelastine nasal side effects document. |
Commonly reported side effects include: epistaxis. See the full fluticasone nasal side effects document. |
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Pricing and Coupons* Prices are without insurance |
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View all azelastine nasal prices |
View all fluticasone nasal prices |
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Generic Availability |
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Yes (this medicine) |
Yes (this medicine) |
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Brand Names |
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| Astelin, Astepro | Flonase, Flonase Allergy Relief, Flonase Sensimist, Ticanase, Xhance | ||||||||||||||||
Half LifeThe half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value. |
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54 hours |
8 hours |
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CSA Schedule**View glossary of terms. |
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Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
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Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full Pregnancy Warnings document. |
Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full Pregnancy Warnings document. |
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N/A |
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Drug Interactions |
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A total of 178 drugs are known to interact with azelastine nasal:
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A total of 47 drugs are known to interact with fluticasone nasal:
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No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
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Disease Interactions |
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No known disease interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
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N/A |
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WADA ClassView World Anti-Doping Agency classifications. |
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** The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) schedule information displayed applies to substances regulated under federal law. There may be variations in CSA schedules between individual states.
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
For Allergic Rhinitis: 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 dr put me on a cocktail med. 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!!