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Astepro is an antihistamine drug used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis. So what is Astepro? how does it use? What are the side effects of using the drug? Learn about the use of Astepro through the article below.
1. Effects of Astepro
1.1. What is astepro? Astepro is a prescription drug - ETC manufactured by Meda Pharmaceuticals. Astepro contains the ingredient Azelastine Hydrochloride and is available in the form of a spray solution.
Astepro (azelastine hydrochloride) 0.1% nasal spray is an antihistamine that comes in the form of a spray solution for use in the nose. Astepro (azelastine hydrochloride) 0.15% nasal spray is an antihistamine that is prepared in the form of a spray solution for use in the nose. Astepro (azelastine) is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of the natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can cause sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
1.2. What is astepro used for? Astepro Nasal Spray prevents sneezing, itching, runny nose and other nasal allergy symptoms. It works by blocking the effects of a substance called Histamine, which is produced by the body. Histamine can cause itching, sneezing, runny nose, and watery eyes.
Astepro Nasal Spray is used to treat seasonal allergies in adults and children who are at least 2 years old, and year-round allergies in adults and children under 6 months of age.
2. How to use Astepro
Use Astepro only as directed by your doctor. Do not use higher doses, do not use them more often than prescribed by your doctor to avoid the risk of increased side effects.
Astepro is usually prescribed based on the severity of the patient's symptoms, if you have any questions, ask your doctor immediately before use.
If you are using Astepro without the guidance of your doctor, you should follow the instructions of the medicine exactly.
Astepro is for nose use only. Do not let this medication get into the eyes or mouth of the sick person. If accidental contact occurs in these areas, rinse immediately with clean water and call your doctor immediately.
Do not use Astepro for any other nose problem (for example, an ulcer or surgery, or an injury that has not healed) without first checking with your doctor.
2.1. How to use the spray When using Astepro nasal spray for the first time, it is necessary to prepare the spray. Press down completely 6 times or until spray comes out. Before using Astepro, clean the spray head of the spray bottle, or if the medicine has not been used for 3 days or more, clean by spraying twice in a row or until spray is released. Clean the nostrils before spraying the nose. Head down, look at your toes and put the spray tip into your nose to spray. Hold the bottle upright and point the spray tip towards the back of your nose. Tilt your head down while spraying to avoid a bitter taste in your mouth. Close one nostril with one finger. Press the pump nozzle once and inhale gently at the same time, keeping the head tilted forward and down. Repeat in the other nostril following the same steps. If your doctor tells you to use 2 sprays in each nostril, repeat the steps above for a second spray in each nostril. Do not blow your nose or tilt your head immediately after using the spray. Wipe the outside of the nose piece with a clean, dry tissue or cloth and put the cap back on. Do not drink alcohol while you are using this medicine. Astepro Nasal Spray may decrease your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert. Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you regularly use other medicines that make you sleepy (such as cold or allergy medicine, sedatives, narcotic pain relievers, sleeping pills, muscle relaxers, and medicines for seizures, depression, or anxiety). They can cause drowsiness caused by Astepro.
Drinking alcohol may increase certain side effects of Astepro. Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse while using Astepro. Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have a fast or irregular heartbeat, chest tightness, or if you feel short of breath.
2.2. Dosage of Astepro The dose of Astepro will be different for each individual patient. Follow your doctor's directions or directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. However, do not change another user's dose on your own, unless your doctor tells you to.
The amount of medicine used depends on the strength of the drug. In addition, the number of doses taken per day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time a person takes the medicine depends on the medical problem the user is using.
Treatment of seasonal allergic rhinitis: Adults and children 12 years of age and older: Use 1 or 2 sprays in each nostril 2 times a day, or 2 sprays in each nostril once a day. Each spray contains 137 or 205.5 micrograms (mcg). Children 6 to 11 years old: 1 spray in each nostril 2 times a day. Each spray contains 137 or 205.5 mcg. Children 2 to 5 years old: 1 spray in each nostril 2 times a day. Each spray contains 137 mcg. Children under 2 years of age: Use and dosage must be determined by a physician. Usual Adult Dose for Allergic Rhinitis: 0.1% spray: 1 or 2 sprays in each nostril 2 times/day 0.15% spray: 1 or 2 sprays in each nostril 2 times / day or 2 sprays in each nostril 1 time / day. Use: Seasonal allergic rhinitis. 0.15% spray: 2 sprays in each nostril twice a day. Use: Perennial allergic rhinitis. Usual Pediatric Dose for Allergic Rhinitis: 2 years to 5 years: 0.1% spray: 1 spray in each nostril twice a day 6 years to 11 years: 0.1% spray and 0.15% spray: 1 spray in each nostril twice a day. Use: Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis 6 months to 5 years: 0.1% spray: 1 spray in each nostril twice a day 6 years to 11 years of age: 0.1% and 0.15 sprays %: 1 spray in each nostril twice a day. Use: Perennial allergic rhinitis 2.3. What happens if a dose is missed? If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you realize it. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your dosing schedule. Do not take an extra dose to make up for the missed dose. If you frequently miss a dose, consider setting an alarm or asking a family member to remind you. Please consult with your doctor to discuss changing your dosing schedule or creating a new one to make up for missed doses if you missed too many doses recently. Do not use two doses at the same time.
2.4. What happens if overdose? Do not exceed the prescribed dose of Astepro. Taking more medication will not improve your symptoms; instead they can cause poisoning or serious side effects. If you suspect that you or someone else may have overdosed on Astepro/ Astepro Spray, please go to the emergency room at your nearest hospital or care facility. Bring the box, cover, or label of the medication with you to help the doctor get the information he or she needs. Do not give your medicine to others even though you know they have the same conditions or it looks like they may have a similar condition. This can lead to an overdose. Consult your doctor or pharmacist or product package for more information. 2.5. What happens if I take an expired Astepro? Taking a single dose of expired Astepro Spray / Astepro Spray is unlikely to produce an adverse event. However, please consult your primary healthcare provider or pharmacist for advice or if you feel unwell or tired. Expired Astepro medicine may become ineffective for the treatment of the prescribed condition. To be on the safe side, it's important not to take expired medications. If you have a chronic medical condition that requires ongoing medication such as heart disease, seizures, and life-threatening allergies, it's much safer to stay in touch with your primary healthcare provider for supplies. new of the drug has not expired.
3. Contraindications of Astepro
Although certain drugs should not be used together at all, in other cases two different drugs may be used together even if an interaction may occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dosage, or other precautions may be necessary.
When you are taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the medicines listed below. Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is generally not recommended, but may be required in some cases: Amifampridine, Bupropion, Donepezil, Palissant, Cimetidine.
Some medications should not be used at or around the time of eating or eating certain foods because interactions can occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medications can also cause interactions.
Kidney disease please use the drug with caution. The effects will be increased because the elimination of the drug from the body is slower. It is best for users with kidney disease to consult a doctor before use, for detailed instructions.
4. Notes when using Astepro
See your doctor periodically for any problems or side effects caused by this medicine. If the user's symptoms do not improve within a few days or if they become more severe, stop the medication and check with the doctor again.
Astepro can increase the effects of alcohol, and other CNS depressants, so the drug will make the user drowsy or less alert.
Some examples of CNS depressants are: Antihistamines or medicines for hay fever, other allergies or colds, tranquilizers, tranquilizers or sleeping pills, prescription pain relievers or anesthetics, seizure medications, muscle relaxants, or anesthetics, including some dental anesthetics. Check with your doctor before taking any of the above while you are using this medicine.
Astepro may make some people dizzy, drowsy, or less alert than usual. Even when used at bedtime, it may cause some people to feel drowsy or less alert when it arises. Make sure you know your reaction to this medicine before you drive, use machines, or do anything else that could be dangerous if you are dizzy or not alert.
Keep the spray away from the eyes as it may cause irritation or blurred vision. Closing your eyes while you are using this medicine can help keep it from getting in your eyes.
Do not take other medicines unless they have been discussed with your doctor. This includes prescription or over-the-counter (over-the-counter [OTC]) medications and herbal or vitamin supplements.
Besides, when deciding to use a drug, the risks of taking the drug must be weighed against the benefits that the drug brings. This is the decision of the user and your physician. For this medicine, consider the following:
Allergies Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this or any other medicine. Or have any other type of allergy, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For over-the-counter products, read labels or packaging ingredients carefully.
Pediatrics Safety and efficacy have not been demonstrated for the treatment of seasonal allergic rhinitis in children younger than 2 years of age and perennial allergic rhinitis in children younger than 6 months of age.
Elderly Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated specific problems in the elderly who may be able to use Astepro nasal spray. However, elderly patients are more likely to have age-related kidney, liver, or heart problems, so caution and an adjustment in the dosage may be needed for patients receiving this medicine.
Breastfeeding Women There are no adequate studies in women to determine the risk to the infant when using this medicine during breast-feeding.
5. Side effects of Astepro
Astepro has some unwanted effects. However, not all of these side effects are possible in users. But if it does, check with your doctor right away for any of the following side effects:
Common: Heavy nosebleeds Less common: Hot, burning, or very uncomfortable inside nostrils , difficulty hearing, chills, cough, fever, sore throat, body fatigue, aches and pains, headache, loss of voice, difficulty breathing, unusual tiredness or weakness, Very rare: Blood in urine , vision changes, or blurred vision, chest tightness, painful or red eyes, itching, skin rash, irregular heartbeat, sores on the skin or in the mouth. Some side effects after using Astepro can occur that usually do not require medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adapts to the medicine. Call your doctor if any side effects affect the user.
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, talk to your specialist.
6. How to store Astepro
Keep out of reach of CHILDREN. Do not keep medicine that has expired or is no longer needed. Ask your healthcare professional how you should dispose of any medications you are not using. Store the medicine in the sealed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture and direct light. Not frozen. Store the bottle upright and close the pump cap tightly.
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