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azelastine /azel·as·tine/ (ah-zel´as-tēn″) a topical antihistamine used as the hydrochloride salt in the treatment of seasonal allergic rhinitis and allergic conjunctivitis.

azelastine,

an H1-selective antihistamine that also inhibits leukotriene and platelet activating factor (PAF) synthesis and release.

indications This drug is used to treat seasonal allergic rhinitis and seasonal allergic conjunctivitis.

contraindications Known hypersensitivity, acute asthma attacks, and lower respiratory tract disease prohibit this drug's use.

adverse effects Side effects include sedation (more common with increased doses), increased drowsiness, weight increase, and myalgia.

azelastine [ah-zel´as-tēn″]

an antihistamine used intranasally as the hydrochloride salt in treatment of hay fever and topically to the conjunctiva in treatment of allergic conjunctivitis.

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