Allerak 5 mg (Olopatadine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

In general adults, 5 mg of olopatadine hydrochloride is taken orally twice a day (morning and before bedtime). Adjust as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

Child dose

Children over 10 years should take 5 mg of olopatadine hydrochloride orally twice a day (morning and before bedtime).

This medication contains lactose, so it should not be used by patients with genetic disorders that affect lactose digestion. Use this drug cautiously in patients with impaired kidney function, elderly patients, or patients with liver function problems. This drug contains a dye called tartrazine (yellow No. 5), so patients with an allergy to this component should exercise caution. While taking this medication, side effects such as drowsiness, liver dysfunction, dry mouth, and abdominal pain may appear, so symptoms should be monitored closely. There is a risk of severe liver dysfunction, so if liver disease is suspected, the medication should be discontinued immediately, and a doctor's consultation should be sought. Patients should avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery while taking this medication, as drowsiness may occur. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should consult a doctor before using this drug, and breastfeeding women should avoid use if possible or stop breastfeeding. Safety in children under 10 years old has not been established, so it is best not to use it in this age group. Elderly patients may experience more pronounced adverse reactions due to decreased body function, so start with a low dose and monitor the condition. This medication may interfere with allergy testing results, so it should not be taken before tests. Store this medication out of reach of children and do not transfer it to other containers for safety.

Serious side effects

• Fulminant hepatitis
• liver dysfunction
• jaundice
• hypersensitivity
• rash such as erythema
• edema (facial, limbs, etc.)
• pruritus
• dyspnea

Mild side effects

• Drowsiness
• fatigue
• dry mouth
• abdominal pain
• abdominal discomfort
• diarrhea
• nausea
• constipation
• stomatitis
• cheilitis

When this medication is in the vial, it should be kept in a tightly sealed container at room temperature, between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. If the tablets are in PTP packaging, they should be stored in an airtight container, also at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the drug's effectiveness.

Appearance

Pale yellow round film-coated tablets

Package unit

100 tablets (10 tablets/PTP x 10), 500 tablets/bottle