Arzep 0.1% Nasal Spray

Arzep 0.1% Nasal Spray is a prescription allergy medicine containing azelastine 0.1% in each spray. It belongs to the antihistamine class and is used to treat allergy symptoms such as a runny nose, sneezing, itching, and nasal congestion from allergic rhinitis. Arzep 0.1% Nasal Spray is applied directly into the nose, which helps it act where symptoms start. This exact strength is commonly chosen for ongoing control of nasal allergy symptoms when a clinician wants a reliable antihistamine spray.

How it works: Azelastine blocks histamine, a natural chemical your body releases during an allergic reaction. In Arzep 0.1% Nasal Spray, this helps reduce sneezing, itching, and a runny or stuffy nose right where the medicine is sprayed.

Arzep 0.1% Nasal Spray is the same active ingredient as Arzep 10 mL Nasal Spray, but this product is specifically the 0.1% strength in spray form. That means each spray delivers a measured dose for people whose doctor has decided a nasal antihistamine spray is appropriate; it is not a lower-potency option to start casually on your own. Because it is a nasal spray, it can provide faster local relief in the nose than tablets for some people, while still being a prescription-strength allergy treatment.

• Seasonal allergic rhinitis
• Perennial allergic rhinitis
• Sneezing due to allergies
• Itchy nose from allergies
• Runny nose from nasal allergies
• Nasal congestion from allergic rhinitis

• Use Arzep 0.1% Nasal Spray exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Shake the bottle and prime the spray before first use or if it has not been used for several days, following the package directions.
• Blow your nose gently before use, then keep your head upright and spray into the nostril as directed.
• Avoid spraying directly toward the nasal septum; aim slightly outward in the nostril.
• Do not blow your nose for a short time after using the spray unless your prescriber tells you otherwise.
• If you miss a dose, use it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.

Each spray of Arzep 0.1% Nasal Spray delivers azelastine 0.1%, which is a prescription nasal antihistamine dose. The usual number of sprays per nostril and how often it is used can vary by patient, but the doctor determines the schedule for this strength; do not exceed the prescribed daily amount. Because this is a 0.1% spray, it is intended for patients specifically assessed for nasal allergy treatment rather than for casual use.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Azelastine may include:

• Bitter taste in the mouth
• Drowsiness or sleepiness
• Headache
• Nasal irritation or burning
• Sneezing after spraying
• Nosebleed
• Dry mouth

• Use caution if you drive or operate machinery, because Arzep 0.1% Nasal Spray can cause drowsiness.
• Avoid alcohol unless your doctor says it is okay, since alcohol can make sleepiness worse.
• Tell your doctor if you have had a nasal injury, recent nasal surgery, or frequent nosebleeds.
• Let your prescriber know if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
• Use extra caution if you have liver disease or a history of severe allergic reactions.
• Do not share the spray with others, even if they have similar allergy symptoms.
• Do not use more than prescribed, because higher-than-directed use may increase side effects without improving relief.

• Alcohol
• Other medicines that cause drowsiness, such as sleep aids, opioid pain medicines, and some anxiety medicines
• Antihistamines taken by mouth or in other nasal products
• Sedating antidepressants or antipsychotic medicines
• Other nasal medications unless your doctor approves the combination

Store Arzep 0.1% Nasal Spray at room temperature, tightly closed, and keep it away from excess heat, moisture, and direct light.