Azelastine generic name?

What is the generic name “azelastine”?

“Azelastine” is the generic name for azelastine hydrochloride, an antihistamine used in allergy and allergic rhinitis treatments. It is sold under multiple brand names depending on the country and product type (most commonly as nasal spray, and in some markets as eye drops).

What drugs contain azelastine as the active ingredient?

Products that list azelastine as the active ingredient include prescription and over-the-counter allergy medicines such as azelastine nasal spray and azelastine ophthalmic preparations (eye drops), with the specific brand name varying by manufacturer and jurisdiction.

Is “azelastine” the full generic name on the label?

Labels commonly show either:
- Azelastine (generic name), or
- Azelastine hydrochloride (full chemical salt form of the generic).

Related: how is azelastine typically used?

Azelastine is generally used for allergy symptom relief, particularly for allergic rhinitis (nasal symptoms) and allergic eye symptoms when formulated as eye drops.

Sources

1. DrugPatentWatch.com