Azelastine nasal spray is used to treat the symptoms of seasonal allergies of the nose, such as sneezing,
itching, and runny nose. Preliminary studies also show that azelastine might prevent mouth
ulceration resulting from cancer
chemotherapy.
Summary of
Interactions with Vitamins, Herbs, and Foods
In some cases, an herb or supplement may appear in more than one category, which may seem
contradictory. For clarification, read the full article for details about the summarized
interactions.
Avoid: Adverse interaction—Avoid these supplements when taking this
medication because taking them together may cause undesirable or dangerous results. |
Alcohol
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| Depletion or interference |
None known
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| Side effect reduction/prevention |
None known
|
| Supportive interaction |
None known
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| Reduced drug
absorption/bioavailability |
None known
|
An asterisk (*) next to an item in the summary indicates that the
interaction is supported only by weak, fragmentary, and/or contradictory scientific
evidence.
Interaction with Food and Other Compounds
Alcohol
Drinking alcoholic beverages while using azelastine may increase side effects such as
drowsiness, dizziness, and poor coordination.1 Therefore, people using azelastine
nasal spray should avoid drinking alcohol, especially when they must stay alert.
References:1. Sifton DW, ed. Physicians’ Desk Reference. Montvale,
NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 2000, 3147–8.