Alpiorolopatadine Tablets (Olopatadine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

For adults, take 5 mg of olopatadine hydrochloride orally twice a day (in the morning and before bedtime). Adjust dose appropriately according to age and symptoms.

Child dose

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

This medication contains lactose and should not be used by patients with a genetic disorder that impairs lactose digestion. Patients with impaired kidney function, the elderly, and those with liver dysfunction should use this medication with caution. Patients allergic or hypersensitive to the yellow No. 5 dye included in this medication should also use it cautiously. Side effects such as drowsiness, liver dysfunction, dry mouth, and abdominal pain may occur when taking this medication; if unusual symptoms arise, consult a doctor immediately. If severe liver problems such as hepatitis or jaundice occur, stop treatment immediately and seek appropriate measures. It is advisable to avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery while on this medication. Patients undergoing long-term steroid treatment should carefully adjust steroid dosages when using this medication. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should consult a doctor before taking this medication, and nursing mothers are advised to either avoid taking it or discontinue breastfeeding. The safety of this medication for children under the age of 10 has not been sufficiently established, so it is best not to use it for them. Keep this medication out of reach of children and avoid transferring it to another container. Finally, it is important to avoid undergoing allergen skin tests while taking this medication, and close monitoring is required due to the potential risk of heart problems such as myocardial infarction.

Serious side effects

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

Mild side effects

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

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is best to store it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Pale yellow round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle