● Features
Colgen Kowa Rhinitis Sustained-Release Capsules are oral medicine for rhinitis that show excellent effects on the unpleasant symptoms of rhinitis.
● The capsules contain granules that dissolve quickly and start working early, and granules that dissolve slowly and work later, so taking them twice a day is very effective.
● The dosage is twice a day, morning and evening, making it easy to take for those busy during the day or who often go out during daytime.
● Can be taken by children aged 7 years and older.
【Designated Class 2 OTC Drug】
● Efficacy/Effects
Relief of the following symptoms caused by acute rhinitis, allergic rhinitis, or sinusitis: sneezing, runny nose, nasal congestion, watery eyes, sore throat, heavy head
＜Precautions related to Efficacy/Effects＞
● Dosage and Administration
Take the following amount with water or warm water.
［Age: Dose per time: Number of doses per day］
Adults (15 years and older): 2 capsules: 2 times. Morning and evening
7 years and older but under 15 years: 1 capsule: 2 times. Morning and evening
Children under 7 years: Do not take
＜Precautions related to Dosage and Administration＞
(1) Strictly follow the dosage and administration instructions.
(2) When giving to children, administer under the guidance and supervision of a guardian.
(3) How to remove the capsule: Press strongly on the protruding part of the PTP sheet containing the capsules with your fingertip, break the aluminum foil on the back, take out the capsule and take it. (Swallowing it accidentally as is may cause unexpected accidents such as piercing the esophageal mucosa.)
● Ingredients/Quantity
Per 4 capsules
Chlorpheniramine maleate 8mg
Total alkaloids of belladonna 0.4mg
Pseudoephedrine hydrochloride 120mg
Glycyrrhizic acid 45mg
Anhydrous caffeine 100mg
〔Additives〕
Corn starch, lactose, cellulose, hydroxypropyl cellulose, carmellose calcium (CMC-Ca), ethyl cellulose, glycerin fatty acid ester, talc, Red No. 102, carrageenan, sorbitan fatty acid ester
＜Precautions related to Ingredients/Quantity＞
● Dosage Form
Sustained-release capsule (oral - capsule)
● Precautions for Use
■Do not do (Contraindications)
(If not followed, current symptoms may worsen or side effects/accidents may occur more easily)
1. Do not take if you fall under the following:
(1) Have had allergic symptoms caused by this drug or its ingredients.
(2) Have the following symptoms: difficulty urinating due to prostate hypertrophy
(3) Have been diagnosed with the following: hypertension, heart disease, thyroid dysfunction, diabetes
2. Do not use any of the following medicines while taking this drug:
Other oral medicines for rhinitis, oral medicines containing antihistamines (cold medicines, antitussives and expectorants, motion sickness medicines, allergy medicines, etc.), gastrointestinal analgesics and antispasmodics
3. Do not drive vehicles or operate machinery after taking this medicine
(Symptoms such as drowsiness, blurred vision, abnormal glare may appear.)
4. Do not use for a long time
■Consult
1. Consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller before taking if you fall under the following:
(1) Receiving medical treatment from a doctor.
(2) Pregnant or think you may be pregnant.
(3) Breastfeeding.
(4) Elderly.
(5) Have had allergic symptoms caused by medicines, etc.
(6) Have experienced insomnia, dizziness, weakness, tremors, palpitations caused by cold medicines, antitussives and expectorants, oral medicines for rhinitis, etc.
(7) Have the following symptoms: high fever, difficulty urinating, swelling
(8) Have been diagnosed with the following: glaucoma, kidney disease
(9) Receiving treatment with monoamine oxidase inhibitors (such as selegiline hydrochloride).
(Selegiline hydrochloride is used for the treatment of Parkinson's disease.)
2. If the following symptoms appear after taking, they may be side effects; stop taking immediately and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller with this leaflet
［Affected area: Symptoms］
Skin: rash, redness, itching
Digestive system: nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite
Nervous system: dizziness, insomnia, nervousness, headache, convulsions
Urinary system: difficulty urinating
Others: facial flushing, abnormal glare
Rarely, the following serious symptoms may occur. In such cases, see a doctor immediately.
［Name of Symptom: Symptom］
Shock (anaphylaxis): Immediately after taking, itching of the skin, hives, hoarseness, sneezing, throat itching, difficulty breathing, palpitations, clouding of consciousness, etc. appear.
Acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis: high fever, widespread rash and redness of the skin, small bumps (small pustules) on reddened skin, general fatigue, loss of appetite, etc. persist or rapidly worsen.
Pseudoaldosteronism: fatigue, numbness, stiffness or rigidity of hands and feet, accompanied by weakness and muscle pain, gradually worsening.
Myopathy: fatigue, numbness, stiffness or rigidity of hands and feet, accompanied by weakness and muscle pain, gradually worsening.
Aplastic anemia: bruising, nosebleeds, bleeding gums, fever, pale skin and mucous membranes, fatigue, palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness, hematuria, etc.
Agranulocytosis: sudden high fever, chills, sore throat, etc.
3. The following symptoms may appear after taking; if these symptoms persist or worsen, stop taking and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller with this leaflet: dry mouth, drowsiness, constipation, blurred vision
4. If symptoms do not improve after 5 to 6 days of taking, stop taking and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller with this leaflet
●Precautions for Storage and Handling
(1) Store in a cool place with little humidity, avoiding high temperatures and direct sunlight.
(2) Keep out of reach of children.
(3) Do not transfer to other containers. (This may cause misuse or change the quality.)
(4) Be careful when storing and carrying so that the aluminum foil of the PTP is not torn and the capsules inside are not deformed.
(5) Do not take products past the expiration date (indicated on the outer box).
