Capsera- Generic name
- Azelastine
- Class
- H1-receptor antagonist (intranasal antihistamine)
- Mechanism
- Phthalazinone derivative with histamine H1-receptor antagonist activity; metabolite desmethylazelastine is also active.
- Used for
- Seasonal allergic-rhinitis symptoms from age 5; Vasomotor-rhinitis symptoms from age 12
- Common side effects
- Bitter taste; Headache; Somnolence; Nasal burning; Epistaxis
- Warnings
- Somnolence: avoid driving or hazardous work; Alcohol and CNS depressants
- Interactions
- Alcohol; Other CNS depressants
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