Areon Tablets (Epinastine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

Asthma, urticaria, eczema, dermatitis, pruritus, pruritic rash (prurigo), and pruritic psoriasis Adults: Administer 20 mg of epinastine hydrochloride orally once daily. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to symptoms. Allergic rhinitis Adults: Administer 10~20 mg of this drug orally once daily. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to symptoms.

This medicine should not be used by patients who are allergic to this medication or any of its ingredients. Additionally, it contains lactose, and patients with genetic disorders that cause lactose intolerance should not take this medication. Patients with liver issues or a history of liver disease should be cautious, as their liver condition may worsen with this medication. If skin rashes, itching, or swelling of the face or limbs appear while taking this medication, it should be discontinued immediately and a physician consulted. Neurological symptoms such as drowsiness, headache, dizziness, and insomnia may occur, so caution should be taken when driving or operating machinery. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as discomfort, nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhea, or constipation may also occur. As it may affect liver function, if liver function test results are abnormal, medication should be stopped immediately and medical personnel consulted. It may also affect kidney function, so any symptoms such as proteinuria should be carefully monitored. Rarely, symptoms such as cystitis, palpitations, or shortness of breath may occur; these should be reported to medical personnel immediately. This medication is not intended to provide immediate relief from asthma attacks, so asthma patients should understand this before use. Patients undergoing long-term steroid therapy should gradually adjust their steroid dosage when taking this medication and do so under medical supervision. This medication may cause drowsiness, so caution is advised when driving or operating hazardous machinery. If there is no effect, long-term use is not recommended. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should use this medication only when necessary, as its safety has not been established, and breastfeeding women should avoid administration or discontinue breastfeeding. Safety for children or newborns has not been adequately confirmed, so use should be cautious. Elderly patients often have reduced liver and kidney function, so any adverse reactions should be carefully monitored, and dosages adjusted if necessary. Overdose may lead to cardiac arrhythmias; in emergencies, appropriate treatment such as gastric lavage or inducing urination should be received. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and it is important to avoid changing the container, as this can adversely affect quality. The time of administration can affect the drug's efficacy and blood concentration, so it is important to take it as directed by a physician, either before or after meals.

Allergic reactions (rash, urticaria, redness), itching, swelling (face, extremities, etc.), erythema accompanied by itching, drowsiness, lethargy, headache, dizziness, insomnia, nightmares, numbness, feeling hazy, nausea, abdominal discomfort, thirst, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, vomiting, feeling of heaviness in the stomach, gastric discomfort, diarrhea, constipation, dry lips, abdominal bloating, stomatitis, liver dysfunction (increased AST, ALT, γ-GTP, ALP, LDH), jaundice, hepatitis, proteinuria, increased urination, hematuria, urinary retention, palpitations, shortness of breath, difficulty in expectoration, 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 protect it from air and moisture, with a storage temperature maintained between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Therefore, it is important to keep the medication in a cool, dry place until use.

Appearance

White or pale yellow round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle