Azelastine Tablet (Azelastine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

As azelastine hydrochloride, administer 1 mg orally twice a day after breakfast and before bedtime. In cases of bronchial asthma, administer 2 mg orally twice a day 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. Also, it contains lactose, so patients with genetic lactose intolerance or related diseases should not take this medication. This medication contains the pigments Yellow No. 4 and Yellow No. 5, so individuals who are allergic or have had hypersensitivity reactions to these substances should use it with caution. During use, neurological symptoms such as drowsiness, lethargy, numbness of hands and feet, and staggering may occur. Moreover, gastrointestinal symptoms such as dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, constipation, and diarrhea may also occur. Rarely, circulatory symptoms such as flushing of the face or shortness of breath may appear. Nasal dryness and increased liver function tests may also occur, so caution is advised. If hypersensitivity reactions such as rash occur, discontinue use immediately. Difficulty urinating or hematuria, and occasionally increased frequency of urination have also been reported, so any abnormal symptoms should be reported. Rarely, increased white blood cell count, edema, or menstrual irregularities may also occur. This medication can cause drowsiness, so it is advisable to avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery while taking it. Patients undergoing long-term steroid treatment should gradually reduce the steroid dosage when using this medication. It is important to understand that this medication does not quickly relieve acute attacks in patients with bronchial asthma. Seasonal allergy patients should start taking it before symptoms begin and continue until symptoms resolve. Caution should be taken as consuming alcohol may enhance the sedative effect, and caution is also needed when using with specific medications. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should carefully consider the risks and benefits of using this medication, and it is advisable to avoid it while breastfeeding or to discontinue breastfeeding. Safety for use in premature infants, newborns, infants, and young children has not been sufficiently established, so it is advisable to avoid use. Elderly patients may have reduced physical function and may require dosage adjustments. Please note that a bitter taste may be felt during administration. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Additionally, it is important not to transfer to another container to maintain quality.

Serious side effects

• Shortness of breath
• edema
• rash

Mild side effects

• Drowsiness
• lethargy
• numbness of extremities
• staggering
• dry mouth
• nausea
• vomiting
• cough in the mouth
• loss of appetite
• abdominal pain

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container that can block light, at a temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps to maintain the efficacy of the medication.

Appearance

Light yellow round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle