Areon Tablet 10 mg (Epinastrine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

Asthma, urticaria, eczema/dermatitis, itchy skin, prurigo, and pruritic psoriasis Adults: Administer 20 mg of epinastine hydrochloride orally once daily. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to symptoms. Allergic rhinitis Adults: Administer 10～20 mg of this medicine orally once daily. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to symptoms.

This medicine should not be used by patients who are allergic to this medicine or any of its ingredients. Additionally, this medicine contains lactose, so patients with genetic disorders that prevent lactose digestion should not take it. Patients with liver disease or a history of liver disease should use this medicine with caution as it may worsen liver function. If allergic symptoms such as rash, urticaria, swelling of the face or extremities, or itching occur while taking this medication, stop taking it immediately and consult a doctor. Occasionally, symptoms such as drowsiness, fatigue, headache, dizziness, insomnia, and nightmares may occur, requiring caution. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, abdominal pain, dry mouth, diarrhea, and constipation may occur; inform your doctor if these occur. Since liver function may be affected, if liver enzyme levels rise or jaundice symptoms appear, discontinue use immediately. Rarely, symptoms related to the kidneys and urinary tract, such as proteinuria, frequent urination, or hematuria, may occur, so observation is necessary. Symptoms such as rapid heartbeat or respiratory symptoms like difficulty breathing or nasal congestion have also been reported rarely; caution is needed. Blood tests may show changes such as thrombocytopenia or leukocytosis; consult with healthcare providers if unusual symptoms occur. This medication is not intended for the quick relief of asthma attacks, and this point should be thoroughly explained to asthma patients. Patients receiving long-term steroid treatment should gradually reduce the steroid dosage when taking this medication, and this must be done under medical supervision. This medicine may cause drowsiness, so caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. If effects are not observed, it's advisable not to take this medication for a prolonged period. Seasonal allergy patients should start taking it before symptoms appear and continue until symptoms resolve. This medicine has a low potential for drug interactions, but caution is needed when using it with sedatives or alcohol. Pregnant women or women who may become pregnant should carefully consider the risks and benefits when taking this medication, and breastfeeding mothers should avoid taking it or discontinue breastfeeding if possible. Safety in children, especially neonates or infants, has not been fully established, so caution is required when using it. Elderly patients may have reduced liver and kidney function, so unusual symptoms should be monitored closely and dosage adjusted if necessary. In case of overdose, there may be risks such as heart rhythm abnormalities; if overdose is suspected, inform healthcare professionals immediately and seek appropriate treatment. This medicine should be kept out of reach of children, and transferring it to other containers may cause deterioration in quality or accidents, so this should be avoided. The blood concentration of the drug may vary depending on whether taken before or after meals, so it is important to adhere to the appropriate dosing schedule based on symptoms.

Allergic reactions (rash, hives, redness), itching, swelling (face, limbs, etc.), erythema associated with itching, drowsiness, lethargy, headache, dizziness, insomnia, nightmares, numbness, a sensation of heaviness in the head, nausea, gastric discomfort, thirst, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, vomiting, a feeling of fullness in the stomach, a sensation of heaviness in the stomach, diarrhea, constipation, dry mouth, abdominal distension, stomatitis, liver dysfunction, jaundice, hepatitis, exacerbation of symptoms, proteinuria, frequent urination, hematuria, urinary retention, palpitations, dyspnea, difficulty in expectoration, nasal congestion, thrombocytopenia, leukocytosis, gynecomastia, breast swelling, menstrual irregularities, flushing, bitter taste, decreased taste sensation, chest pain

This medicine must be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture, and it is best stored at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Round film-coated tablets, white or light yellow

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle