Jungheon Azelastine Hydrochloride Tablet 1 mg

Adult dose

As azelastine hydrochloride, 1 mg once, and for bronchial asthma, 2 mg once, taken orally twice a day after breakfast and before bedtime. Adjust appropriately according to age and symptoms.

This medication should not be used in children under 6 years of age. It also contains lactose, so it should not be administered to patients with lactose intolerance or related genetic disorders. This product contains the pigment Yellow No. 5, so patients allergic to this ingredient should use it with caution. When taking this medication, symptoms such as drowsiness, lethargy, numbness in the extremities, and staggering may occur, so caution is advised. Gastrointestinal issues such as dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, constipation, and diarrhea may also occur. Symptoms such as facial redness or shortness of breath may rarely present. Respiratory-related symptoms may include dry nose. Liver function test results may temporarily increase, so liver health should be monitored. If hypersensitivity reactions such as skin rashes occur, take the medication off immediately. Difficulties in urination or urinary symptoms such as hematuria and frequent urination may also arise. An increase in white blood cell count may rarely occur, so consult a healthcare professional if any unusual symptoms appear. Edema or menstrual irregularities may also occur as other side effects. This medication may cause drowsiness, so caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. Patients on prolonged steroid treatment should cautiously adjust their steroid dosage when using this medication. It is important to understand that this medication is not a drug for rapid relief of acute bronchial asthma attacks. Patients with seasonal allergies should start taking it before symptoms begin and continue until symptoms subside. Caution is needed when consuming alcohol together, as it may enhance the sedative effects of the drug. Additionally, caution is necessary when taking it alongside cimetidine. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should weigh the risks and benefits of taking this medication carefully. Breastfeeding women should avoid taking this medication if possible or stop breastfeeding, as it may be transmitted through breast milk. Safety for premature infants, newborns, infants, and young children has not been established, so caution is needed for use. Elderly patients may have reduced bodily functions, so dosage adjustments should be considered. This medication may have a bitter taste, so it should be taken into account during use. Store this medication in a tightly closed container that prevents light, in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight. It is important to keep the medication at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C to maintain efficacy. Do not transfer the medication to a different container; store it in the original container to prevent misuse and maintain quality.

Serious side effects

Shortness of breath → respiratory problems

Mild side effects

• Drowsiness
• lethargy
• limb paresthesia
• staggering
• dry mouth
• nausea
• vomiting
• throat cough
• loss of appetite
• abdominal pain

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in an opaque container that blocks light. Additionally, it is important to store it at room temperature, i.e., between 1°C and 30°C, to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

Bright yellow round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle