Epina Min Tablets (Epinastrine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

1. Asthma, urticaria, eczemaㆍdermatitis, pruritus, pruritic rash (prurigo), and ordinary psoriasis accompanied by itching 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 used by patients who have had allergic reactions to this drug or any of its components. Additionally, this medication contains lactose and should not be taken by patients with genetic problems such as galactose intolerance, lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption. Patients with liver disease or a history of liver disease should use this medication with caution, as it may exacerbate liver disease. If a rash, urticaria, swelling of the face or extremities, or itching occurs while taking this medication, discontinue use immediately and seek medical attention. Caution is required as neurological symptoms such as drowsiness, headache, dizziness, insomnia, and nightmares may occur. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as dyspepsia, nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, and dry mouth may also occur. Liver function abnormalities may occur, so regular liver function tests should be conducted, and any abnormal symptoms should be reported immediately. Rarely, kidney function abnormalities, bladder inflammation symptoms, palpitations, shortness of breath, and blood abnormalities may occur, so consult a healthcare provider immediately if any abnormal symptoms arise. This medication is not intended for rapid relief of asthma attacks, so asthma patients should understand this point well. Patients receiving long-term steroid treatment should gradually adjust the steroid dosage when taking this medication and should follow healthcare provider instructions. This medication may cause drowsiness, so caution is required when driving or operating machinery. If there is no effect, do not use this medication for a prolonged period, and patients with seasonal allergies are advised to start taking it before symptoms worsen. This medication is known not to enhance sedation when combined with other sleep aids or alcohol; however, caution is required due to limited experience with such combinations. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should carefully consider the risks and benefits when using this medication, and breastfeeding women should preferably avoid taking it or discontinue breastfeeding. The safety in children, especially in neonates or infants, has not been sufficiently established, so caution should be exercised when using it. Elderly individuals may have decreased liver and kidney function, so they should be monitored frequently for adverse reactions and adjust the dosage if necessary. In case of overdose, cardiac abnormalities such as arrhythmias may occur; appropriate treatment should be sought immediately at a medical facility. This medication should be stored out of reach of children and transferring it to other containers may cause quality degradation or accidents, so caution is necessary.

Allergic reactions (rash, hives, redness), itching, swelling (of the face, extremities, etc.), erythema with itching, drowsiness, malaise, headache, dizziness, insomnia, nightmares, numbness, feeling of fogginess in the head, nausea, abdominal discomfort, dry mouth, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, vomiting, feeling of heaviness in the stomach, feeling of fullness in the stomach, diarrhea, constipation, dry lips, abdominal distension, stomatitis, liver function disorders (elevated AST, ALT, γ-GTP, ALP, LDH), jaundice, hepatitis, proteinuria, frequent urination, hematuria, urinary retention, palpitations, shortness of breath, difficulty expectorating, nasal congestion, thrombocytopenia, leukocytosis, gynecomastia, breast enlargement, menstrual irregularities, flushing, bitter taste, altered taste, chest pain

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container, protected from air and moisture. It is advisable to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature.

Appearance

Round film-coated tablets, white or pale yellow

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle