Compare Allegra vs. Astepro
Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, ratings, and more.
Treats allergy symptoms.
Allegra (fexofenadine) relieves allergy symptoms without making you feel drowsy.
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3.9/ 5 average rating with 24 reviewsforAllegra
Relieves nasal allergy symptoms.
Astepro (azelastine) is an antihistamine nasal spray that can help with allergy or nasal symptoms.
Upsides
- Allegra (fexofenadine) is effective at reducing symptoms for seasonal allergies and chronic hives without significant drowsiness, unlike Benadryl.
- Approved for kids aged 6 months or older.
- Allegra (fexofenadine) comes in many forms, like tablet, liquid, and quick-dissolving tablet.
- Astepro (azelastine) is good for relieving nasal symptoms during allergy season.
- Since Astepro (azelastine) goes in the nose, it's unlikely you'll get side effects anywhere else in your body.
- Astepro (azelastine) works faster than steroid nasal sprays and can be used as needed.
- People usually tolerate Astepro (azelastine) well since there are few side effects.
Downsides
- Allegra (fexofenadine)'s effectiveness can wear off over time.
- The dose needs to be adjusted for people with kidney problems.
- Astepro (azelastine) has 200 sprays, but no counter to help keep track of sprays.
- It can cause a bitter taste in your mouth.
Used for
Dosage forms
- Pill
- Dissolving tablet
- Liquid
- Nasal spray
Price
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$7.57
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Reviews
24 reviews so far
79%
saidit'sworth it
63%
saiditworked well
0%
saidit'sa big hassle
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Side effects
4possible side effects
- Dizziness2%
- Back Pain2%
- Stomach discomfort2%
- Pain in hands/feet2%
5possible side effects
- Bitter Taste8%
- Nose discomfort4%
- Nosebleeds2%
- Headache2%
- Fatigue2%
Risks and risk factors
- Driving impairment
- Taking with alcohol
- Taking other medicines that make you less alert
- Brain damage from too much phenylalanine
- History of phenylketonuria (PKU)
- Difficulty concentrating
- Taking with alcohol
- Taking other medicines that make you less alert