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Children’s Astepro Allergy Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Azelastine HCl 205.5mcg; per nasal spray; contains benzalkonium chloride; alcohol- and fragrance-free.
Pharmacological Class
Antihistamine.
See Also
How Supplied
Spray—4mL, 11mL, 23mL, 2×23mL, 3×23mL, 30mL; Children's—11mL, 23mL
Manufacturer
Generic Availability
NO
Children’s Astepro Allergy Indications
Indications
Temporarily relieves symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies.
Children’s Astepro Allergy Dosage and Administration
Adult
1 or 2 sprays in each nostril every 12hrs or 2 sprays in each nostril once daily. Max: 4 sprays in each nostril per 24hrs.
Children
<6yrs: not recommended. 6–11yrs: 1 spray in each nostril every 12hrs. Max: 2 sprays in each nostril per 24hrs.
Children’s Astepro Allergy Contraindications
Not Applicable
Children’s Astepro Allergy Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Children’s Astepro Allergy Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Avoid eyes, mouth. Recent nose ulcers or nose surgery. Nose injury that has not healed. Discontinue if an allergic reaction occurs, have severe or frequent nosebleeds. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers.
Children’s Astepro Allergy Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Children’s Astepro Allergy Interactions
Interactions
Potentiates CNS depression with alcohol, other CNS depressants (eg, sedatives, tranquilizers).
Children’s Astepro Allergy Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Drowsiness, bitter taste, nasal discomfort, sneezing.
Children’s Astepro Allergy Clinical Trials
See Literature
Children’s Astepro Allergy Note
Not Applicable
Children’s Astepro Allergy Patient Counseling
See Literature
