Astelin Dosage

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Aug 24, 2020.

Generic name: AZELASTINE HYDROCHLORIDE 137ug
Dosage form: nasal spray, metered

Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis

The recommended dosage of Astelin Nasal Spray in adults and adolescent patients 12 years and older with seasonal allergic rhinitis is one or two sprays per nostril twice daily. The recommended dosage of Astelin Nasal Spray in pediatric patients 5 years to 11 years of age is one spray per nostril twice daily.

Vasomotor Rhinitis

The recommended dosage of Astelin Nasal Spray in adults and adolescent patients 12 years and older with vasomotor rhinitis is two sprays per nostril twice daily.

Important Administration Instructions

Administer Astelin Nasal Spray by the intranasal route only.

Priming

Prime Astelin Nasal Spray before initial use by releasing 4 sprays or until a fine mist appears. When Astelin Nasal Spray has not been used for 3 or more days, reprime with 2 sprays or until a fine mist appears. Avoid spraying Astelin Nasal Spray into the eyes.