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Indications

Dymista is a medication used to relieve seasonal allergy symptoms of the nose, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, sneezing, and post-nasal drip.

Dymista is a combination drug that contains two active ingredients: azelastine hydrochloride, an antihistamine, and fluticasone propionate, a steroid.

Use and Dosage

Read the Patient Information Leaflet provided by your pharmacist before you start using azelastine/fluticasone each time you get a refill. Follow the illustrated directions for the proper use of this medication. If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Gently blow your nose before using this product. Shake the container gently before using it. Follow the instructions for test sprays in the air if you are using the container for the first time or if you have not used it for a while (for example, more than 1 week). Check your product package for instructions on when you need to do the test sprays again if you have not used the container in a while.

Use this medication in the nose as directed by your doctor, usually twice a day in both nostrils. Do not spray it on your eyes or mouth. If this medication gets in your eyes, flush them thoroughly with water.

Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at the same times each day.

Do not increase your dose or use this drug more often or for longer than prescribed. Your condition will not improve any faster, and your risk of side effects will increase.

Clean the applicator regularly. Keep track of the number of sprays used from the container. Discard the container after you have used the number of sprays specified on the manufacturer’s package.

You may feel the product start to work as soon as 30 minutes after the first dose, but it may take several days before you get the full benefit of this product. Tell your doctor if you do not get better or if you get worse.

Side Effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to Dymista: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using the medicine and call your doctor at once if you have:

• Severe drowsiness
• Severe or ongoing nosebleeds
• Noisy breathing, runny nose, or crusting around your nostrils
• Redness, sores, or white patches in your mouth or throat
• Fever, chills, tiredness, and body aches
• Blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain, or seeing halos around lights
• Any wound that will not heal
• Signs of low adrenal gland hormones – worsening tiredness or weakness, feeling light-headed, nausea, vomiting
• Steroid medicine can affect growth in children. Tell your doctor if your child is not growing at a normal rate while using this medicine

Common Dymista side effects may include:

• Headache
• Nosebleeds
• Altered sense of taste

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur.

Cautions

Before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to azelastine or fluticasone; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: recent nose problems (such as injury, ulcers, surgery), current/past infections (including tuberculosis, herpes eye infection), and certain eye problems (glaucoma, cataracts).

This drug may make you drowsy. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you drowsier. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Avoid alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis).

Stay away from anyone who has an infection that may easily spread (such as chickenpox, COVID-19, measles, or flu). Talk to your doctor if you have been exposed to an infection or for more details.

Rarely, using corticosteroid medications for a long time can make it more difficult for your body to respond to physical stress. Before having surgery or emergency treatment, or if you get a serious illness/injury, tell your doctor or dentist that you are using this medication or have used this medication within the past few months.

Though it is unlikely, this medication may temporarily slow down a child’s growth if used for a long time. See the doctor regularly so your child’s height can be checked.

During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.

Form and Strengths

Dymista is available in the following form and strengths:

• Azelastine/Fluticasone Nasal Spray:
  • 137/50 mcg

FAQ

What happens if I miss a dose?

Use the medicine as soon as you can but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not use two doses at one time.

What happens if I overdose?

An overdose of Dymista is not expected to be dangerous. Seek emergency medical attention if anyone has accidentally swallowed the medication.

Using too much of this medicine long term can lead to thinning skin, easy bruising, changes in body fat (especially in your face, neck, back, and waist), increased acne or facial hair, menstrual problems, impotence, or loss of interest in sex.

What should I avoid while using Dymista?

Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how this medicine will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.

Drinking alcohol with this medicine can increase certain side effects.

Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Call your doctor for preventive treatment if you are exposed to chickenpox or measles. These conditions can be serious or even fatal in people who are using Dymista.

Resources:

1. https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=4c557ec4-c4cf-11df-851a-0800200c9a66
2. https://www.drugs.com/dymista.html#side-effects
3. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-161074/dymista-nasal/details