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Azelastine nasal Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings

Brand names: Astelin, Astepro, Astepro Allergy

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Aug 3, 2023.

Azelastine nasal Pregnancy Warnings

This drug should be used during pregnancy only if the benefit outweighs the risk to the fetus.

US FDA pregnancy category: C

Animal studies have shown that this drug causes developmental toxicity in mice, rats, and rabbits at doses more than 15 times the equivalent human dose. Neither fetal nor maternal effects occurred at approximately 15 times the human dose or less. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women.

US FDA pregnancy category C: Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.

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Azelastine nasal Breastfeeding Warnings

Caution is recommended.

Excreted into human milk: Yes (in small amounts)

Comments: The effects in the nursing infant are unknown.

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References for pregnancy information

  1. "Product Information. Astelin (azelastine nasal)." Carter Wallace
  2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
  3. (2009) "Product Information. Astepro (azelastine nasal)." Meda Pharmaceuticals

References for breastfeeding information

  1. "Product Information. Astelin (azelastine nasal)." Carter Wallace
  2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
  3. (2009) "Product Information. Astepro (azelastine nasal)." Meda Pharmaceuticals

Further information

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