Does anyone use Azelastine (AstePro) for allergies?

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nilikadam39
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Does anyone use Azelastine (AstePro) for allergies?

Post by nilikadam39 » Fri Aug 06, 2021 8:58 pm

Just saw a new ENT for some issues with my ears being blocked from time to time and he prescribed Azelastine to help with congestion/Allergies. I mentioned about my sleep apnea and having trouble keeping my mask on at night but it is an antihistamine and I know they can possibly worsen sleep apnea.

Just would like a few people who use it to let me know if they have experienced any worsening of their apnea?https://9apps.ooo/
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Re: Does anyone use Azelastine (AstePro) for allergies?

Post by Pugsy » Fri Aug 06, 2021 9:34 pm

Where did you get the idea that antihistamines can make OSA worse?

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Re: Does anyone use Azelastine (AstePro) for allergies?

Post by Miss Emerita » Fri Aug 06, 2021 10:39 pm

I was using only Flonase for a while and then added Azelastine at my allergist’s suggestion. I didn’t see any change in my AHI or general quality of sleep. Reducing congestion and postnasal drip makes PAP a lot more comfortable for me.
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