Astelin Ready-Spray and Rabies immune globulin human

• Generic Name: azelastine nasal
• Dosage Forms: nasal spray, metered
• Other Brand Names: Astelin, Astepro

Azelastine nasal spray is used to help relieve symptoms (eg, stuffy or runny nose, itching, sneezing) of seasonal (short-term) or perennial (year-round) allergic rhinitis (hay fever), and vasomotor rhinitis.

Azelastine is an antihistamine. It works by preventing the effects of a substance called histamine, which is produced by the body. Histamine can cause itching, sneezing, runny nose, and watery eyes.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: rabies immune globulin, human
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Bayrab, HyperRAB, Imogam Rabies-HT, Kedrab

Rabies immune globulin is used to protect people who have been bitten by animals (post-exposure). rabies immune globulin is given together with a full series of rabies vaccination. Rabies immune globulin by itself will not protect against rabies.

You will not need rabies immune globulin if you have received a rabies vaccine in the past.

Rabies immune globulin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.