Megajelitin Tablet (Azelastine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

As Azelastine Hydrochloride, 1 mg once daily, and 2 mg once daily for bronchial asthma, administered orally after breakfast and before bedtime. Adjust dosage as appropriate depending on age and symptoms.

This medication should not be used in children under 6 years of age. This medication contains lactose, so it should not be given to patients with genetic conditions such as galactose intolerance, lactose deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption. Taking this medication may cause neurological symptoms such as drowsiness, lethargy, and tingling in the hands and feet, and rarely staggering. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, oral discomfort, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, and gastric discomfort may occur. Redness of the face or shortness of breath may rarely occur, so caution is advised. Dry nose may occur as a respiratory symptom. It may affect liver function, so it is advisable to regularly check liver enzyme levels for possible increases. If allergic reactions such as rash occur, stop taking the medication immediately and consult a physician. Be observant for symptoms such as urinary difficulty or hematuria, and rarely frequent urination. An increase in white blood cell count may occur, so blood tests may be necessary. Other symptoms such as edema or menstrual irregularities may also occur. This medication may cause drowsiness, so avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery during treatment. Patients receiving long-term steroid therapy should adjust their steroid dosage gradually under thorough medical supervision when using this medication. Bronchial asthma patients should fully understand that this medication is not a drug that quickly alleviates sudden attacks. Patients with seasonal allergies are advised to start taking this medication before symptoms begin and to continue taking it until symptoms end. Alcohol may intensify the sedative effects of this medication, so it is safe to avoid drinking alcohol. Caution is needed when taking this medication with cimetidine. Pregnant women or those who could become pregnant should consult a physician before taking this medication, as animal studies have reported the possibility of teratogenic effects at high doses. Breastfeeding women are advised to avoid taking this medication as it can be transmitted through breast milk, and if it must be taken, breastfeeding should be discontinued. Safety in premature infants, newborns, infants, and children has not been sufficiently confirmed, so it is recommended to avoid use in these age groups. Elderly patients may have decreased bodily functions, so caution needs to be exercised in adjusting dosages, amongst other considerations. This medication may have a bitter taste, so it should be noted at the time of ingestion. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, stored in a sealed container away from direct sunlight and in a cool, dry place. To prevent misuse of the medication and to maintain quality, it is preferable not to transfer it to another container.

Serious side effects

Shortness of breath

Mild side effects

• Drowsiness
• lethargy
• numbness of limbs
• staggering
• dry mouth
• nausea
• vomiting
• oral cough
• loss of appetite
• abdominal pain

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a tightly closed container that blocks light. It is best to store at room temperature, between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps to maintain the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance

Round film-coated tablet of bright yellow color

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 600 tablets/bottle