Compare Claritin vs. Astepro
Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, ratings, and more.
Treats allergies.
Claritin (loratadine) is a once-daily medicine for allergies that won't make you as sleepy as other medicines that work like it.
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3.7/ 5 average rating with 1517 reviewsforClaritin
Relieves nasal allergy symptoms.
Astepro (azelastine) is an antihistamine nasal spray that can help with allergy or nasal symptoms.
Upsides
- It doesn't cause daytime drowsiness unlike other antihistamines.
- Side-effects are mild, if any at all.
- Available over-the-counter without a prescription.
- It provides quick relief of allergy symptoms for both children and adults.
- It doesn't interfere with how a lot of other medicines work.
- 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
- It's not the best choice if you have persistent, daily allergy symptoms.
- It's not recommended for children less than 2 years old.
- 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
- Allergies
Dosage forms
- Pill
- Chewable tablet
- Dissolving tablet
- Liquid
- Nasal spray
Price
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$3.59
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Reviews
1517 reviews so far
74%
saidit'sworth it
38%
saiditworked well
6%
saidit'sa big hassle
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Side effects
19possible side effects
- Headache12%
- Drowsiness8%
- Nervousness or anxiety4%
- Wheezing4%
- Tiredness4%
- Rash3%
- Diarrhea3%
- Mouth or tongue irritation3%
- Dry mouth3%
- Hyperactive behavior3%
- Ear pain3%
- Bloody nose3%
- Sore throat3%
- Flu-like symptoms3%
- Abdominal pain2%
- Pink eye2%
- Lung infections2%
- Difficulty speaking2%
- Feeling uneasy or uncomfortable2%
5possible side effects
- Bitter Taste8%
- Nose discomfort4%
- Nosebleeds2%
- Headache2%
- Fatigue2%
Risks and risk factors
- Difficulty concentrating
- Taking with alcohol
- Taking other medicines that make you less alert
- Excess phenylalanine
- History of phenylketonuria (PKU)
- Difficulty concentrating
- Taking with alcohol
- Taking other medicines that make you less alert