Astepro contains an antihistamine, while Flonase is a steroid medication.
The effects of the two medications are similar, but they work differently.
Astepro blocks histamines, while Flonase decreases inflammation in the nasal passages.
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What Is Flonase?
Flonase (fluticasone propionate) is a nasal spray that contains acorticosteroid.
Corticosteroids help reduce inflammation in the nasal passages.
This helps relieve symptoms like nasal congestion and runny nose.
Non-prescription Flonase is used to treat the symptoms of nasal allergies.
What Is Astepro?
Astepro (azelastine nasal) is a nasal spray that contains anantihistamine.
Astepro is available OTC and is used to treat the symptoms of nasal allergies.
Only generic azelastine is available by prescription, as the brand Astelin has been discontinued in the U.S.
Prescription azelastine is used to treat congestion and other nasal symptoms triggered by non-allergic conditions.
Azelastine 0.1% is a prescription version approved for use in younger children.
confirm your healthcare provider knows about any other medications you’re taking, including supplements.
Using Flonase plus azelastine gives you the benefit of two different mechanisms of action that reduce inflammation.
Symptoms are generally so bothersome and noticeable that you should be able to judge your response to treatment well.
Combining Flonase and Astepro is considered safe and does not add to side effects outlined for each medication.
Dymista
Combination drugs like Dymista include more than one medication.
Also, this medication is sometimes not covered by insurance.
The recommended dose is one spray per nostril twice daily.
Prescription versions of both medications are available to treat congestion and other symptoms brought on by non-allergic conditions.
Flonase contains a corticosteroid, and Astepro contains and antihistamine.
Because these two medications work differently, it is generally considered safe to use them together.
However, you should only try this if using either medication alone does not help your symptoms.
Flonase.Flonase dosage directions for allergy relief.
National Library of Medicine.Azelastine nasal spray.
U.S. Food and Drug Administration.FDA approves a nasal antihistamine for nonprescription use.
Astepro Allergy.Frequently asked questions for healthcare providers.
