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In the spring and summer period, many people suffer from extremely troublesome ailments related to allergies to various types of pollen secreted by plants. The Dymista nasal spray is often prescribed in this situation. Find out who can use it and how it works.
Dymista is a drug designed for people suffering from seasonal or perennial rhinitis caused by an allergic reaction to airborne agents.
The most common are:
- pollen of plants – then we are dealing with hay fever,
- dust mites living in the dust floating in our homes,
- mold spores and other types of fungi,
- animal dander.
Dymista is usually prescribed when similar, weaker, over-the-counter preparations are failing. Dymista is suitable for moderate to severe rhinitis. The drug is available only upon presentation of a doctor’s prescription.
Dymista contains two active substances that reduce allergy symptoms in two ways.
- Azelastine hydrochloride is a substance with an antihistamine effect. Its task is to block the action of histamine, a hormone that the body produces in excessive amounts, which causes allergic reactions.
- Fluticasone propionate is a corticosteroid that reduces inflammation.
Dymista – contraindications
Typically, the main contraindication to the use of Dymista is hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients. Particular attention should be paid to cases where the patient has any changes in the nose: postoperative, traumatic, infectious, etc. Due to the content of substances from the group of corticosteroids, the use of the drug requires special care in people with kidney and liver diseases, as well as in breast-feeding women. breastfeeding. The drug should be used in the lowest possible dose and for the shortest period of time in children and adolescents, as corticosteroids sometimes disrupt the hormonal balance and inhibit the growth rate.
The preparation is in the form of a convenient nasal spray. Its use is simply by putting the drug into your nose, typically one dose into each nostril in the morning and evening, unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
For the success of the treatment, it is very important to take the drug regularly, and it should not be interrupted without consulting a doctor.
It is also very important to adhere to the dose recommended by the doctor due to the presence of the corticosteroid in the preparation. Using them in excessive amounts can cause numerous side effects, including chronic fatigue, depression, weight loss and lowering blood sugar levels.
Side effects of using Dymista
Dymista is considered a relatively safe preparation. The most common side effect is nosebleeds. Some patients also complain of headaches and dizziness, especially at the beginning of the treatment. Particularly sensitive patients may also experience side effects typical of taking antihistamines, such as difficulties in getting up in the morning (histamine in normal concentrations is responsible for the process of waking up). The specific taste of the drug may disturb the taste perception, but the effect is largely eliminated by taking it with water or a non-alcoholic drink. Other side effects are extremely rare and are described in detail in the package leaflet. It is essential to read about them before starting the drug, as some of them may require immediate discontinuation of the preparation.
Dymista preparation in patients’ opinions
Patients with chronic allergic rhinitis usually comment positively on the effectiveness of Dymista. Often, it brings a marked improvement to people who have tried unsuccessfully other, milder measures. However, it is important to remember that doctors do not usually prescribe Dymista in the first instance, so as not to expose patients to taking corticosteroids unless necessary.
Dymista drug – price
Unfortunately, Dymista is not one of the cheapest preparations. Depending on the pharmacy, one package may cost from 50 to even 100 PLN. How long it will last depends, of course, on the doctor’s recommendations, but it can be assumed that one bottle is not more than a month of regular use.