Azelasine Tablets (Azelaastine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

As Azelaastine Hydrochloride, take 1 mg per dose, and in cases of bronchial asthma, take 2 mg per dose, administered orally twice a day after breakfast and before bedtime. Appropriate adjustments should be made according to age and symptoms.

This medication should not be used in children under 6 years of age. Additionally, this medication contains lactose, so it should not be administered to patients with a genetic disorder that impairs lactose digestion. Patients who have had an allergic reaction or hypersensitivity to the dye Yellow No. 5 should use this medication with caution. During use, neurological symptoms such as drowsiness, lethargy, tingling in the hands and feet, and balance disturbances may occur. Gastrointestinal side effects may include dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, constipation, and diarrhea. While rare, symptoms such as facial flushing or shortness of breath may occur, necessitating caution. Nasal dryness or liver function abnormalities may also occur, requiring regular monitoring. If signs of hypersensitivity, such as skin rash, appear, use should be discontinued immediately. Urogenital symptoms such as dysuria, hematuria, and frequent urination have also been reported. Drowsiness may occur while taking this medication, so it is advisable to avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery. Patients undergoing long-term steroid treatment should reduce their steroid dosage slowly while using this medication. Patients with bronchial asthma should be aware that this medication does not quickly relieve acute attacks. Seasonal allergy patients should start taking this medication before their symptoms worsen and continue taking it throughout the duration of their symptoms. Caution is required if this medication is taken with alcohol, as it may intensify drowsiness. Care should also be exercised when using it in conjunction with cimetidine. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should only use this medication after carefully weighing the benefits and risks. Lactating women should avoid this medication if possible, as it may be transmitted through breast milk or discontinue breastfeeding. Safety has not been sufficiently confirmed for premature infants, neonates, or infants, so its use is not recommended. Elderly individuals may have reduced bodily functions, so the dosage should be reduced or used with caution. This medication may have a bitter taste, which should be noted when taking it. When storing, keep it out of reach of children, avoid direct sunlight, and store in a cool, dry place. Moreover, to maintain quality, it is advisable not to transfer this medication to another container.

Serious side effects

Shortness of breath

Mild side effects

• Drowsiness
• lethargy
• peripheral paralysis
• unsteadiness
• 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 container that blocks light, and the temperature should be maintained between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. By storing it this way, the effectiveness of the medication can be well preserved, and it can be used safely.

Appearance

Bright yellow round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle