Seoul Azelastine Hydrochloride Tablets

Adult dose

As azelastine hydrochloride, 1 mg per dose for general use and 2 mg per dose for bronchial asthma, administered orally twice a day after breakfast and before bedtime. Adjust as appropriate based 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 administered to patients with genetic problems such as galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption. Caution is required as symptoms such as drowsiness, lethargy, tingling in the hands and feet, and unsteadiness may occur when taking this medication. Additionally, gastrointestinal symptoms such as dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, constipation, and diarrhea may occur. Redness of the face or shortness of breath may also rarely occur, so caution is needed. Nasal dryness may also occur. This medication can affect liver function and may increase liver enzyme levels, so it is advisable to periodically check liver health. If allergic reactions such as rash occur, the medication should be discontinued immediately and medical advice should be sought. Urological symptoms such as difficulty urinating, hematuria, and frequent urination may also rarely occur. Increased white blood cell count may also be observed, hence it is necessary to check blood test results. Other symptoms such as edema or menstrual irregularities have been reported, so any unusual symptoms should be communicated. This medication may cause drowsiness, so it is advisable to avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery while taking it. Patients receiving long-term steroid therapy should not rush to reduce steroids when using this medication and should be under thorough medical supervision. Bronchial asthma patients should understand that this medication is not a rescue treatment for an ongoing attack. Patients with seasonal allergies should start taking the medication before the season when symptoms frequently occur and continue during the symptomatic period. Taking this medication with alcohol may enhance its sedative effects, so it is advisable to avoid alcohol. Caution is also needed when taken with specific medications such as cimetidine. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should carefully consider the risks and benefits before taking this medication. Breastfeeding women should preferably avoid this medication as it can be transmitted through breast milk; if it must be taken, breastfeeding should be discontinued. Safety has not been well established in premature infants, newborns, infants, and children, hence caution should be exercised in their use. Elderly individuals may have decreased physical function; therefore, dosage adjustments and careful observation are necessary. This medication may have a bitter taste, so this should be considered when administering it. Store in a safe place out of reach of children, away from direct sunlight, in a dry and cool location. It is also important not to switch the medication to another container to prevent misuse and maintain quality.

Serious side effects

Shortness of breath

Mild side effects

• Drowsiness
• lethargy
• limb 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. Additionally, it is important to maintain a room temperature, i.e., between 1°C and 30°C, when storing the medication. This helps to maintain the efficacy of the medication and ensures safe use.

Appearance

Bright yellow round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle