Astepro
Astepro is an antihistamine nasal spray containing azelastine hydrochloride. It works directly in the nasal passages to block histamine, a substance in the body that causes allergy symptoms.
Dosage by Body Weight
Dosing for Astepro is based on age, not body weight. For adults and children 12 years and older: 1 to 2 sprays in each nostril twice daily, or 2 sprays in each nostril once daily. For children 6 to 11 years: 1 spray in each nostril twice daily.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established in infants. Nasal sprays are not indicated for this weight/age group.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Not recommended. Dosing is age-based and Astepro is typically not used in infants.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Consult a pediatrician. Safety and efficacy of OTC azelastine nasal spray in children under 6 years is not established.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Not routine
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed by a doctor
- Tracking Notes
- Dosing is age-based. Consult a pediatrician. Only indicated for children 6 years and older for OTC use.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 1 spray per nostril (if child is 6 years or older)
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Tracking Notes
- Appropriate only if the child is 6 years of age or older. Administer under adult supervision.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | Do not use | Safety and efficacy have not been established in infants. Nasal sprays are not indicated for this weight/age group. |
| 5-7 kg | Not recommended | Do not use | Not recommended. Dosing is age-based and Astepro is typically not used in infants. |
| 8-10 kg | Not recommended | Do not use | Consult a pediatrician. Safety and efficacy of OTC azelastine nasal spray in children under 6 years is not established. |
| 11-15 kg | Not routine | Use only if prescribed by a doctor | Dosing is age-based. Consult a pediatrician. Only indicated for children 6 years and older for OTC use. |
| 16-20 kg | 1 spray per nostril (if child is 6 years or older) | Twice daily | Appropriate only if the child is 6 years of age or older. Administer under adult supervision. |
Formulation
Nasal Spray
Purpose
Relief of nasal symptoms associated with seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis, such as runny nose, sneezing, itchy nose, and postnasal drip.
Generic Name
Azelastine hydrochlorideScheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.