An NP prescribes azelastine for a patient who has allergic rhinitis. The NP will teach the patient that this drug:
a. may cause a bitter aftertaste.
b. will not provide maximum relief for a few weeks.
c. will cause rebound congestion if withdrawn suddenly.
d. can cause many systemic side effects such as drowsiness.
A
Azelastine is a topical antihistamine with few adverse systemic side effects. Patients may experience relief from symptoms within 30 minutes. Decongestants can cause rebound congestion if withdrawn suddenly. Topical antihistamines rarely cause systemic side effects.
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