Olotadine Tablets 5mg (Olotadine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

For the average adult, it is recommended to take 5mg of Olotadine Hydrochloride orally twice a day (in the morning and before sleep). Adjustments may be made according to age and symptoms.

Child dose

Children over 10 years of age should take 5mg of Olotadine Hydrochloride orally twice a day (in the morning and before sleep).

This medication contains lactose, so individuals with genetic disorders that prevent the breakdown or absorption of lactose should not take it. Patients with reduced kidney function, elderly patients, or patients with liver issues should use this medication with caution. This medication contains a pigment called Tartrazine (Yellow No. 5), so those who are allergic or hypersensitive to this component should take it carefully. Side effects such as drowsiness, liver function abnormalities, fatigue, dry mouth, and abdominal pain may occur upon taking this medication, so if symptoms are severe, consult a doctor immediately. Particularly, serious side effects such as hepatitis, liver dysfunction, and jaundice have been reported; if abnormal symptoms occur, discontinue the medication immediately and visit a hospital. It can also be used for children, but safety has not been fully established for those under 10 years of age, neonates, and low birth weight infants, so caution is advised. Drowsiness may occur during the use of this medication, so it is advisable to avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should take this medication only when the benefits outweigh the risks, and breastfeeding women should avoid its use, or if necessary, discontinue breastfeeding while taking this medication. If there is no effect after prolonged use, do not continue taking the medication blindly; consult a doctor. It is advisable not to take this medication before allergy tests and to store it in a safe place out of reach of children. Additionally, transferring this medication to another container may degrade its quality, so it is safer to store it in the original container. There have been cases of myocardial infarction reported, so individuals with cardiovascular diseases should consult a doctor before taking this medication.

Serious side effects

• Fulminant hepatitis
• liver dysfunction
• jaundice
• hypersensitivity reactions
• rash such as erythema
• edema (facial, limb, etc.)
• dyspnea

Mild side effects

• Drowsiness
• fatigue
• dry mouth
• abdominal pain
• malaise
• diarrhea
• nausea
• constipation
• stomatitis
• angular cheilitis

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air and moisture. The storage temperature should be kept between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius to safely maintain the medication's efficacy.

Appearance

Pale yellow circular film-coated tablet

Package unit

30/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle