Astelin
Designed to target nasal allergy symptoms, intended to alleviate congestion and sneezing caused by environmental triggers.
- Category
- Allergy Relief
- Active ingredient
- Azelastine
- Supply
- OTC
- Route
- Nasal use
- Form
- Nasal spray, solution
- Strengths
- 10ml
Astelin details
- Conditions
- Allergic Rhinitis · Allergic Conjunctivitis
- Alternative names
- Rhinolast
- Therapeutic class
- Antihistamine
- Pharmacological class
- Second-Generation Antihistamine
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to azelastine
- Precautions and warnings
- may cause drowsiness
- Minor side effects
- bitter taste; headache; nose bleed
- Moderate side effects
- nasal irritation; sneezing; dry throat
- Serious side effects
- anaphylaxis, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Nasal spray, solution
- Administration route
- Nasal use
- Supply category
- General sale, no prescription needed
- Manufacturer
- Mylan
- Onset Time
- 15–30 minutes
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C. Do not freeze.
- Drug interactions
- alcohol; sedatives
- Age restrictions
- Available for children over 6 years.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: consult physician. Breastfeeding: consult physician.
Patient summary
Designed to target nasal allergy symptoms, intended to alleviate congestion and sneezing caused by environmental triggers.
Mechanism of action
Azelastine is a potent, long-acting H1-receptor antagonist. It stabilizes mast cells and inhibits the release of inflammatory mediators like histamine, leukotrienes, and others involved in the allergic response.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Astelin
Astelin serves as a well-known brand of Azelastine, an antihistamine used for the management of Allergic Rhinitis and Allergic Conjunctivitis. Rhinolast is another brand name for this same active ingredient, which is supplied as a spray in a 10ml volume. Mylan manufactures this treatment to help people manage seasonal and environmental sensitivities.
Buying Astelin online
Astelin is registered across 13 markets including Taiwan, South Korea and Japan, with availability also found in the UAE, Singapore and Hong Kong. Generic versions of Azelastine provide an affordable alternative to the original branded product, making this antihistamine more accessible for expats and travelers living far from their regular medical access. As one of the more ordered products across the region, it is often secured online with delivery across these key areas.