Compare Astelin vs Nasonex

Compare Astelin

vs Nasonex

Compare Astelin to Nasonex. To make a decision about Astelin vs Nasonex, click here for a Medication Risk Map to help you select Astelin or Nasonex

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Uses of Astelin

Astelin is also known by the generic name Azelastine USES: Azelastine is used to relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by seasonal allergies and other allergic conditions. This medication is an antihistamine. It works by blocking certain natural substances called histamines that are responsible for allergic symptoms.

Uses of Nasonex

Nasonex is also known by the generic name Mometasone

USES:
Mometasone is used to prevent and treat seasonal and year-round allergy symptoms (such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing). It is also used to treat certain growths in the nose (nasal polyps). Mometasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling (inflammation) in the nasal passages.

Astelin and Nasonex Have 0 Life Threatening (Major) Side Effects in Common

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Astelin Has 13 Life Threatening (Major) Side Effects Not Found in Nasonex

Critical Seriousness - Pain in the Eye - Ocular Pain is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

Critical Seriousness - Bloody Urine - Hematuria is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

Critical Seriousness - Itching - Pruritus of Skin is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

Critical Seriousness - Blurred Vision is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

Critical Seriousness - Problems with Eyesight - Visual Changes is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

Critical Seriousness - Red Eyes - Ocular Redness is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

Critical Seriousness - Painful, Red or Swollen Mouth - Stomatitis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

Critical Seriousness - Bronchospasm - Bronchospastic Pulmonary Disease is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

Critical Seriousness - Hives - Urticaria is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

Critical Seriousness - Fast Heartbeat - Tachyarrhythmia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

Critical Seriousness - Reaction due to an Allergy - Allergic Reactions is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

Critical Seriousness - Rash - Skin Rash is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

Critical Seriousness - Cough is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

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Nasonex Has 17 Life Threatening (Major) Side Effects Not Found in Astelin

Critical Seriousness - Earache is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

Critical Seriousness - Nosebleed - Epistaxis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

Critical Seriousness - Life Threatening Allergic Reaction - Anaphylaxis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

Critical Seriousness - Infection caused by a Virus - Viral Infection is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

Critical Seriousness - Problems with Smell - Parosmia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

Critical Seriousness - Taste Problems - Dysgeusia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

Critical Seriousness - Nasal Infection due to the Fungus Candida Albicans - Nasal Candidiasis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

Critical Seriousness - Perforation of the Wall that Divides the Nose - Nasal Septal Perforation is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

Critical Seriousness - Sores In the Nose - Nasal Lesions is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

Critical Seriousness - Bronchitis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

Critical Seriousness - Giant Hives - Angioedema is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

Critical Seriousness - Acute Infection of the Nose, Throat or Sinus - Upper Respiratory Infection is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

Critical Seriousness - Asthma - Bronchial Asthma is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

Critical Seriousness - Chest Pain is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

Critical Seriousness - Thrush - Oral Candidiasis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

Critical Seriousness - Sinus Irritation and Congestion - Sinusitis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

Critical Seriousness - Painful Periods - Dysmenorrhea is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex.

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Astelin and Nasonex Have 0 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects in Common

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Astelin Has 2 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects Not Found in Nasonex

Drowsiness - Drowsy is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex. Taste Problems - Dysgeusia is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Astelin but not Nasonex. Click for a searchable interactive map of all Side Effects associated with Astelin and Nasonex.

Nasonex Has 2 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects Not Found in Nasonex

Infection caused by a Virus - Viral Infection is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Nasonex but not Astelin. Pink Eye - Conjunctivitis is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Nasonex but not Astelin. Click for a searchable interactive map of all Side Effects associated with Astelin and Nasonex.

Astelin and Nasonex Treat 1 Conditions in Common

Inflammation of the Nose due to an Allergy - Allergic Rhinitis is treated by both Astelin and Nasonex.

Astelin has 2 Condition Contraindications

If you have any of these Conditions then you should carefully evaluate the risks of taking Astelin. Astelin Nasal Contraindications (grouped by decreasing seriousness level) Contraindication Warnings Drowsy - Drowsiness is a contraindication of Astelin. Renal Disease - Kidney Disease is a contraindication of Astelin.

Nasonex has 18 Condition Contraindications

If you have any of these Conditions then you should carefully evaluate the risks of taking Nasonex.

Nasonex Nasal Contraindications
(grouped by decreasing seriouosness level)

Relative Contraindications

Acute Tuberculosis - Active Tuberculosis is a contraindication of Nasonex.

Epistaxis - Nosebleed is a contraindication of Nasonex.

Measles is a contraindication of Nasonex.

Nasal Septal Perforation - Perforation of the Wall that Divides the Nose is a contraindication of Nasonex.

Nasal Septal Ulcers - Ulcer of the Wall Dividing the Nose is a contraindication of Nasonex.

Nasal Trauma - Injury to the Nose is a contraindication of Nasonex.

Ocular Herpes Simplex - Herpes Simplex Infection of the Eye is a contraindication of Nasonex.

Operation on Nose is a contraindication of Nasonex.

Varicella Zoster Virus Infection - Infection caused by the Varicella Zoster Virus is a contraindication of Nasonex.

Contraindication Warnings

Adrenocortical Insufficiency - Decreased Function of the Adrenal Gland is a contraindication of Nasonex.

Cataracts is a contraindication of Nasonex.

Disease of Liver - Liver Problems is a contraindication of Nasonex.

Glaucoma - Increased Pressure in Eyes is a contraindication of Nasonex.

Inactive Tuberculosis is a contraindication of Nasonex.

Nasal Candidiasis - Nasal Infection due to the Fungus Candida Albicans is a contraindication of Nasonex.

Parasitic Infection - Infection due to a Parasite is a contraindication of Nasonex.

Untreated Bacterial Infection - Untreated Infection caused by Bacteria is a contraindication of Nasonex.

Untreated Fungal Infection - Untreated Infection caused by a Fungus is a contraindication of Nasonex.

Astelin - Symptoms of overdose may include
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly.

Nasonex - Symptoms of overdose may include
If overdose is suspected, contact a poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US National Poison Hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center.

Contact poison control
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly.