EpinaGen Tablet 20 Milligrams (Epinasthine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

1. Asthma, urticaria, eczema/dermatitis, itchy skin, pruritic rash (prurigo), and common psoriasis accompanied by itching Adults: Administer epinastine hydrochloride 20 mg orally once daily. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to symptoms. 2. Allergic rhinitis Adults: Administer 10～20 mg of this medicine orally once daily. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to symptoms.

This medication should not be used in patients with an allergic reaction to this medication or its components. Additionally, it contains lactose, so patients with genetic conditions such as galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption should not take it. Patients with liver disease or a history of liver disease should use this medication cautiously as their liver condition may worsen. This medication can cause allergic symptoms such as rash, urticaria, itching, and swelling, and if these symptoms occur, treatment should be discontinued and a doctor consulted immediately. Occasionally, neurological symptoms such as drowsiness, lethargy, headache, dizziness, insomnia, and nightmares may occur, so caution is necessary when driving or operating machinery. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation may occur, and if symptoms are severe, consultation with a doctor is recommended. Liver dysfunction may occur, so regular liver function tests should be performed, and any abnormal symptoms should be reported immediately. Rarely, kidney and urinary tract symptoms such as proteinuria, frequent urination, and hematuria may occur, so monitoring is necessary. Various side effects such as palpitations, shortness of breath, blood abnormalities, gynecomastia, and menstrual irregularities have been reported, so consultation with medical staff should be sought for any unusual symptoms. This medication is not a fast-acting agent for asthma attacks, so asthma patients should understand this well. Patients on long-term steroid treatment should gradually reduce their steroid dosage when taking this medication, under medical supervision. This medication may cause drowsiness, so caution should be exercised when driving or operating hazardous machinery. If the medication is ineffective, it is advisable not to continue long-term use. For seasonal allergy patients, it is recommended to start taking the medication before symptoms begin and continue during the symptom period. The possibility of drug interactions is low; however, caution is needed when using it with sleep aids or alcohol. Pregnant women or women who may become pregnant should use this medication cautiously, as its safety has not been established. Nursing mothers are advised to avoid taking this medication or to discontinue breastfeeding because it may pass into breast milk. Safety in children, especially newborns and infants, has not been sufficiently confirmed, so caution should be exercised in use. Elderly patients may have reduced liver and kidney function, so careful monitoring is necessary to avoid adverse reactions and adjust dosage if needed. Overdosage may carry the risk of arrhythmia, thus emergency measures such as gastric lavage and symptomatic treatment should be taken. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children, and transferring it to other containers should be avoided. Taking it on an empty stomach may increase blood concentration, so it is advisable to follow the administration method of taking it before or after meals according to allergy symptoms.

• Allergic reactions
• rash
• hives
• redness
• itching
• swelling
• erythema accompanied by itching
• drowsiness
• lethargy
• headache

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container as it is susceptible to air and moisture. It is important to maintain the storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. This helps preserve the medication’s efficacy and safety for a long time.

Appearance

White or pale yellow round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle