Ciel Epinasine Tablet (Epinasine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

1. Asthma, urticaria, eczema/dermatitis, pruritus, prurigo, and ordinary psoriasis accompanied by pruritus Adults: Administer 20 mg of epinastine hydrochloride orally once daily. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to symptoms. 2. Allergic rhinitis Adults: Administer 10～20 mg of this drug orally once daily. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to symptoms.

This medication should not be given to individuals who are allergic to this medication or its components. Additionally, it contains lactose; therefore, patients with lactose intolerance or related genetic disorders should not take this medication. Patients with liver diseases or a history of liver disease need to be cautious as their liver condition may worsen while using this medication. If any allergic reactions such as rash, hives, or swelling occur while taking this medication, it should be stopped immediately and medical attention should be sought. Sometimes, symptoms such as drowsiness, headache, dizziness, or insomnia may occur, so caution is advised when driving or operating machinery. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhea, or constipation may occur; if symptoms are severe, consult a doctor. Abnormal liver function or jaundice may develop, so it is important to regularly check liver function. The drug may affect kidney function; if symptoms related to the kidneys, such as proteinuria, occur, immediate reporting and appropriate measures should be taken. Symptoms such as cystitis, frequent urination, or hematuria may develop, so vigilance regarding urinary tract symptoms is also important. Cardiovascular symptoms, such as palpitations, may rarely occur; if symptoms appear, consult a doctor. Respiratory symptoms such as shortness of breath or nasal congestion may also occur, and careful observation is recommended if abnormal symptoms arise. Blood-related adverse reactions, such as thrombocytopenia or leukocytosis, may occur; therefore, regular blood tests may be necessary. Rarely, symptoms like gynecomastia, menstrual irregularities, or chest pain may occur; if such symptoms appear, they should be reported. This medication is not an emergency relief drug for asthma attacks, so patients with asthma should be fully informed about its purpose and effects before use. Patients on long-term steroid therapy should manage their steroid dosage gradually when taking this medication. This medication may cause drowsiness, so be cautious with driving or operating dangerous machinery. It is advisable not to use it for a prolonged period if its efficacy is not confirmed. Patients with seasonal allergies are encouraged to start taking it before symptoms begin and continue until symptoms resolve. This drug has relatively few metabolic interactions with other drugs, making it relatively safe; however, caution is needed when taken with other sedatives or alcohol. Safety during pregnancy has not been established; thus, women who may become pregnant should consult their physician before cautious administration. Breastfeeding women should consider the possibility of this medication being passed into breast milk and should ideally avoid taking it or discontinue breastfeeding. Safety has not been adequately established for children, especially neonates or infants, so care should be taken with its use. Elderly individuals often have impaired liver and kidney function, so adverse reactions should be carefully monitored, and dosage adjustment may be required as needed. In cases of overdose, cardiac abnormalities such as arrhythmia may occur, so immediate medical treatment is required if suspected. This medication should be stored out of reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers for safety. Taking the medication on an empty stomach may increase blood concentration, so it should be taken before or after meals as appropriate for the targeted condition.

Allergic reactions (rash, hives, redness), itching, swelling (face, limbs, etc.), erythema accompanied by itching, drowsiness, fatigue, headache, dizziness, insomnia, nightmares, numbness, feeling of heaviness in the head, nausea, discomfort in the stomach, thirst, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, vomiting, malaise, feeling of fullness in the stomach, diarrhea, constipation, dry lips, abdominal bloating, stomatitis, liver dysfunction, jaundice, exacerbation of symptoms of hepatitis and liver damage, protein in urine, frequent urination, hematuria, urinary retention, palpitations, shortness of breath, difficulty in sputum expulsion, nasal congestion, thrombocytopenia, leukocytosis, gynecomastia, breast enlargement, menstrual irregularities, flushing, bitter taste, decreased taste sensation, chest pain

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air and moisture. It is best kept at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White or light yellow round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle