Seasonal Allergy Symptoms

Seasonal suffering takes many forms

Seasonal allergic rhinitis is more than a nuisance — it is a chronic condition that can dramatically impact day-to-day wellness and productivity. In fact, the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology estimates that nasal allergies result in roughly 4 million days of lost time and productivity at work and school each year.1

Common seasonal allergy symptoms

  • Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
  • Rhinorrhea (runny nose)
  • Itchy nose
  • Sneezing
  • Itchy eyes
  • Watery eyes
  • Excess mucus
  • Sinus headache
  • Scratchy palate and throat
  • Mouth breathing
  • An increase in these symptoms during certain times of year

Longer-term effects

Over time, seasonal allergy sufferers may also experience sleeplessness, fatigue, and facial pressure that can affect their sense of smell and taste — even their appearance, due to dark under-eye circles commonly known as "allergic shiners"2 or a horizontal crease along the bridge of the nose caused by an "allergic salute" — continual upward rubbing of the nose.3

While the seasonal allergy symptoms listed here may be attributable to conditions other than seasonal allergic rhinitis, they can also serve as a helpful starting point for those who suspect seasonal allergies may be to blame. If you're ready to talk to your doctor, click this link to find out more about what to expect as you open up a dialogue on treating your allergy symptoms.

1American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology. The Allergy Report Volume 1: Overview of Allergic Diseases: Diagnosis, Management, and Barriers to Care. Available at http://www.aaaai.org/ar/working_vol1/009.asp. Accessed February 15, 2008.

2Hay Fever. MayoClinic.com. Available at http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/hayfever/DS00174/DSECTION=1. Accessed March 17, 2009.

3American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology. The Allergy Report Volume 2: Diseases of the Atopic Diathesis. Available at http://www.aaaai.org/ar/volume2.pdf. Accessed March 21, 2008.

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PATIENT INFORMATION

PATANASE® (PAT-uh-nase) (olopatadine hydrochloride) Nasal Spray

For Use in the nose (Intranasal) only.

Read the Patient Information that comes with PATANASE® Nasal Spray carefully before you start using it and each time you get a refill. There may be new information. This leaflet does not take the place of talking to your health care provider about your medical condition or your treatment.

What is PATANASE® Nasal Spray?

PATANASE® Nasal Spray is a prescription medicine used to provide relief of seasonal allergy symptoms in adults and children 6 years of age and older.

PATANASE® Nasal Spray contains an antihistamine medicine that may help reduce nasal symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis.

What should I tell my health care provider before taking PATANASE® Nasal Spray?

Tell your health care provider about all your medical conditions, including if you are:

Tell your health care provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and nonprescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. PATANASE® Nasal Spray and other medicines may affect each other, causing side effects.

Know the medicines you take. Keep a list of your medicines and show it to your doctor and pharmacist when you get a new medicine.

How should I use PATANASE® Nasal Spray?

Follow the Patient Instructions for Use below.

What are the possible side effects of

PATANASE® Nasal Spray?

Side effects of PATANASE® Nasal Spray include:

Tell your health care provider if you have any side effect that bothers you or does not go away.

These are not all of the possible side effects of PATANASE® Nasal Spray. For more information, ask your health care provider or pharmacist.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What should I avoid while using PATANASE® Nasal Spray?

PATANASE® Nasal Spray can make you sleepy.

Avoid the following while using PATANASE® Nasal Spray:

General information about PATANASE® Nasal Spray

Medicines are sometimes prescribed for conditions that are not mentioned in the patient leaflet. Do not use PATANASE® Nasal Spray for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give PATANASE® Nasal Spray to other people, even if they have the same symptoms you have. It may harm them.

This patient information leaflet summarizes the most important information about PATANASE® Nasal Spray. If you would like more information about PATANASE® Nasal Spray talk with your health care provider. You can ask your health care provider or pharmacist for information about PATANASE® Nasal Spray that is written for health professionals. For more information go to www.PATANASE®.com or call 1-800-757-9195.

What are the ingredients of PATANASE® Nasal Spray?

Active ingredient: olopatadine hydrochloride 665 micrograms per 100 microliter spray.

Inactive ingredients: 0.01% benzalkonium chloride, sodium phosphate, dibasic, edetate disodium, sodium chloride, hydrochloric acid, sodium hydroxide and water.

What should I know about seasonal allergic rhinitis?

"Rhinitis" means inflammation of the lining of the nose. Seasonal allergic rhinitis is sometimes called "hay fever". Seasonal allergic rhinitis can be caused by allergies to pollen. If you have allergic rhinitis, your nose becomes stuffy, runny and itchy. You may also sneeze a lot. You may also have red, itchy, watery eyes and itchy throat, or blocked itchy ears.

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