Jasmine Tablet (Azelastine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

As Azelastine Hydrochloride, 1 mg orally twice a day after breakfast and before bedtime; for bronchial asthma, 2 mg orally twice a day after breakfast and before bedtime. Adjust according to age and symptoms.

This medication should not be used in children under 6 years of age. It contains lactose, so it should not be administered to patients with a genetic problem that causes lactose intolerance. While using this medication, neurological symptoms such as drowsiness, fatigue, numbness in hands and feet, and dizziness may occur. Additionally, gastrointestinal symptoms such as dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, and gastric discomfort may arise. Facial flushing or shortness of breath may also infrequently occur, so care should be taken. Dryness of the nose may occur, and there may also be a possibility of elevated liver function test values. If allergic reactions such as skin rashes appear, usage must be stopped immediately. Urinary symptoms such as difficulty urinating, hematuria, and frequent urination have also been reported infrequently. There may be blood abnormalities with increased white blood cell counts. Other side effects like swelling or menstrual irregularities may also occur. This medication may cause drowsiness, so caution is needed when driving or operating dangerous machinery. Patients receiving steroid treatment should carefully and safely reduce their steroid dosage while using this medication. Patients with bronchial asthma should fully understand that this medication is not an immediate relief drug for asthma attacks. In cases of seasonal allergies, it is advisable to begin taking this medication ahead of when symptoms start and continue until symptoms resolve. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication, as it may enhance the drowsiness effect of the drug. Caution is also advised if taken with a medication called cimetidine. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should carefully weigh the benefits and risks of using this medication, and breastfeeding women should avoid use if possible or stop breastfeeding. For premature infants, newborns, infants, and children, safety has not been sufficiently established, so caution is necessary. Elderly patients may have reduced physical functions, so close attention to adjusting the dosage is required. This medication may have a bitter taste, so consider this when taking it. Store out of reach of children, avoid direct sunlight, and keep in a cool, dry place. Do not transfer the medication to another container as it may lead to misuse or quality degradation; keep it in the original container.

Serious side effects

Shortness of breath, rash (suspicion of severe allergic reaction)

Mild side effects

• Drowsiness
• fatigue
• limb paralysis
• dizziness
• dry mouth
• nausea
• vomiting
• cough in the mouth
• loss of appetite
• abdominal pain

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container that blocks light. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. This helps preserve the efficacy and safety of the medication for a longer period.

Appearance

Round film-coated tablet in bright yellow color

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 600 tablets/bottle