Patanase (olopatadine) and Omnaris (ciclesonide) nasal sprays for allergic rhinitis

June 2008

You'll see ads for the new Patanase (olopatadine) and Omnaris (ciclesonide) nasal sprays for allergic rhinitis.

Patanase is an intranasal antihistamine...similar to Astelin.

It's for patients over age 12 to relieve nasal symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis...including congestion.

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Table of Contents

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ADHD American Heart Assoc statement is raising a furor because it implies that ALL children on ADHD drugs need an ECG
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Gastroenterology Relistor (REL-i-store) will offer a new option for treating opioid-induced constipation
Hypertension how to treat resistant hypertension
Respiratory & Allergy Patanase (olopatadine) and Omnaris (ciclesonide) nasal sprays for allergic rhinitis
Geriatrics Vitamin D is being used more in the elderly to PREVENT falls
Pediatrics treating metabolic syndrome in kids
Bisphosphonates whether Fosamax (alendronate) and other bisphosphonates increase the risk of atrial fibrillation
Supplements glucosamine alone or with chondroitin can interact with warfarin
Cardiology Is it better to use an ACE inhibitor, angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB), or both in patients at risk for heart disease?