Algetin Tablet (Azelaastine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

As Azelastine Hydrochloride, administer 1 mg once; for bronchial asthma, administer 2 mg once, twice daily after breakfast and before bedtime. Adjust dosage appropriately based on age and symptoms.

This medication should not be used in children under 6 years of age. Additionally, it contains lactose, so it should not be administered to patients with genetic problems that prevent the breakdown of lactose. This medication contains a dye called Tartrazine, so individuals allergic to this ingredient should exercise caution. Drowsiness, fatigue, and symptoms such as tingling in the hands and feet may occur, and dizziness may sometimes be experienced. Gastrointestinal symptoms may include dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, appetite loss, abdominal pain, constipation, and diarrhea. Rarely, flushing of the face or shortness of breath may occur, thus caution is required. The nasal mucosa may become dry, and liver function test values may temporarily increase. If hypersensitivity reactions such as skin rashes occur, use should be discontinued immediately. Urinary symptoms such as difficulty urinating, hematuria, and frequent urination may rarely occur. Increased white blood cell counts have also been reported. Other symptoms such as swelling or menstrual irregularities may also occur. This medication may cause drowsiness, so driving or operating hazardous machinery should be avoided while taking it. Patients undergoing long-term steroid treatment should not rush to reduce steroid use when using this medication and should adjust it gradually. Patients with bronchial asthma should understand that this medication is not intended for rapid relief of acute attacks. Patients with seasonal symptoms should begin taking it before symptoms start and continue until symptoms resolve. Caution is advised when consuming alcohol as it may enhance sedative effects, and caution is also necessary when taken with cimetidine. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should only use it if the therapeutic benefits outweigh the risks. Breastfeeding women should ideally avoid using this medication as it can be transmitted through breast milk, and if necessary to use, stopping breastfeeding is advisable. Safety in premature infants, newborns, infants, and children has not been adequately established, thus caution is needed. Elderly patients may have reduced physical function, and dosage adjustments should be made cautiously. This medication may taste bitter, so note this during administration. When storing, keep it out of reach of children, avoid direct sunlight, and store in a cool, dry place. Also, do not transfer the medication to other containers, and it is important to store it in the original container for misuse prevention and quality maintenance.

Serious side effects

Shortness of breath

Mild side effects

• Drowsiness
• fatigue
• limb numbness
• dizziness
• thirst
• nausea
• vomiting
• mouth cough
• appetite loss
• abdominal pain

This medication should be stored in a sealed container that can block light and air, ideally at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will maintain the medication's effectiveness and prevent degradation.

Appearance

Bright yellow round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle