Espidin Tablet (Ebastine)

Adult dose

1. Asthma, urticaria, eczema/dermatitis, pruritus, prurigo, and pruritic psoriasis vulgaris Adults: Administer 20 mg of epinastine hydrochloride orally once daily. Adjust the dose appropriately according to symptoms. 2. Allergic rhinitis Adults: Administer 10～20 mg of this medication orally once daily. Adjust the dose appropriately according to symptoms.

This medication should not be used by individuals who are allergic to this medication or any components included in it. It also contains lactose, so it should not be administered to patients with a genetic disorder that causes lactose intolerance. Those with liver disease or a history of liver disease should be careful as their liver condition may worsen with this medication. If skin rashes, urticaria, swelling of the face or limbs occur while taking this medication, use should be stopped immediately and a doctor should be consulted. Occasionally, neurological symptoms such as drowsiness, fatigue, headache, dizziness, and insomnia may occur, so caution is advised if such symptoms appear. Gastrointestinal side effects such as indigestion, nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhea, or constipation may also occur, so careful monitoring of condition is necessary. Liver function may be affected, so liver function tests should be conducted regularly, and if abnormalities are found, the medication should be stopped. Rarely, symptoms such as protein in the urine, cystitis, hematuria, and difficulty urinating may appear, so consult a doctor if such symptoms occur. Symptoms such as rapid heartbeat or breathing difficulties, nasal congestion may also occur rarely, so caution is required. Blood tests may show decreased platelets or increased white blood cells, so report any unusual symptoms immediately. For women, symptoms like gynecomastia, menstrual irregularities, and breast pain may occur, so report any such changes to a doctor. This medication does not provide rapid relief from asthma attacks, so asthma patients should understand this point well. Patients receiving long-term steroid treatment should manage dosage reductions slowly when taking this medication. This medication may cause drowsiness, so caution is necessary when operating machines or driving. If it proves ineffective, it is advisable not to continue taking it for a long period. In cases of seasonal allergies, it is recommended to start taking it before the symptoms begin and continue until the symptoms resolve. This medication does not enhance the calming effect when taken with other sedatives or alcohol, but caution is advised due to insufficient experience with combination usage. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should only use this medication when absolutely necessary, as its safety has not been established. Nursing mothers should avoid taking it or stop breastfeeding. Safety for children, newborns, and infants has not been fully established, so caution is advised in use. Elderly patients should be closely monitored for any unusual symptoms as liver and kidney function may decline, and the dosage should be reduced or discontinued if necessary. In cases of overdose, cardiac rhythm abnormalities may occur, so if symptoms are suspected, immediate hospital tests including electrocardiogram (ECG) should be undertaken, and appropriate treatments such as gastric lavage or diuresis should be received. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, and transferring it to another container may lead to accidents or degradation of quality, so caution is necessary. Finally, this medication may have higher blood concentrations if taken on an empty stomach, so taking it after meals or before bedtime is recommended depending on the condition.

Allergic reactions (rash, urticaria, redness), itching, swelling (face, limbs, etc.), erythema accompanied by itching, drowsiness, lethargy, headache, dizziness, insomnia, nightmares, numbness, brain fog, nausea, discomfort in the stomach, dry mouth, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, vomiting, feeling of fullness in the stomach, gastrointestinal discomfort, diarrhea, constipation, dry lips, abdominal bloating, stomatitis, liver dysfunction, jaundice, hepatitis, worsening of symptoms, proteinuria, frequent urination, hematuria, urinary retention, palpitations, shortness of breath, difficulty expectorating, nasal congestion, thrombocytopenia, leukocytosis, gynecomastia, breast enlargement, menstrual irregularities, flushing, bitter taste, taste impairment, chest pain

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. Additionally, the medication should be stored at a cool room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it like this helps maintain the medication's efficacy for a longer period.

Appearance

This medication is a round film-coated tablet that is white or slightly yellowish.

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle