Designated Class 2 OTC DrugAllergy-Specific Rhinitis Medicine
Argard Quick Chewable
A chewable rhinitis medicine for sneezing, runny nose, and nasal congestion that you can take anywhere without water
✦ Chewable tablets✦ Can be taken without water✦ For various symptoms of allergic rhinitis
Who it’s for / When to use
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Those troubled by sneezing and runny nose
When you want to ease sneezing and runny nose from allergic rhinitis and similar conditions
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Those who feel short of breath from nasal congestion
When a stuffy feeling persists and daily focus or sleep quality is a concern
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Those also bothered by watery eyes or sore throat
When a formula that also addresses watery eyes, sore throat, and a heavy-headed feeling accompanying rhinitis is needed
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Those who want to take it right away while out
When you want the convenience of chewing and taking it even when water is hard to get
Product overview
Argard Quick Chewable is a rhinitis medicine intended to ease various symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, and nasal congestion due to allergic rhinitis, acute rhinitis, and sinusitis. As chewable tablets that can be taken by chewing without water, the dosage form is easy to use when symptoms appear or when you are out. The formula combines an antihistamine with ingredients that help relieve nasal mucosal congestion, among others.
Product features
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Chewable tablets that can be taken without water
Convenience
Designed for ease of use even when out or busy and water is hard to arrange, because it is taken by chewing.
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A combination for multiple rhinitis symptoms
Formula
An ingredient composition intended to ease not only sneezing, runny nose, and nasal congestion, but also watery eyes, sore throat, heavy-headed feeling, and other symptoms accompanying rhinitis.
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Positioned as an allergy-specific rhinitis medicine
Use
A medicine used to ease symptoms from allergic rhinitis as well as acute rhinitis and sinusitis.
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Dosage form
Chewable tablets taken by chewing in the mouth
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Range of symptoms
Indicated for sneezing, runny nose, and nasal congestion, as well as watery eyes, sore throat, and heavy-headed feeling
Active ingredients (per dose)
Indications
Relief of the following symptoms due to acute rhinitis, allergic rhinitis, or sinusitis: sneezing, runny nose (excessive nasal discharge), nasal congestion, watery eyes, sore throat, heavy-headed feeling (heaviness in the head)
Dosage and administration
| Age |
Dose per use |
Times per day |
| Adults (15 years and older) |
2 tablets |
Up to 3 times a day, with at least 4 hours between doses |
| 11 to under 15 years |
1 tablet |
Up to 3 times a day, with at least 4 hours between doses |
| Under 11 years |
Do not take |
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Chew in the mouth or allow to dissolve before taking. Strictly follow the stated dosage and administration. When giving to a child, have them take it under the guidance and supervision of a guardian.
❓ Frequently asked questions
QIs there anything I should check before taking it?
AThis product is a Designated Class 2 OTC drug. Please read the package insert carefully before taking it.
QAre there any medicines I should not use while taking this?
ADo not use any of the following medicines while taking this product: other oral rhinitis medicines; oral medicines containing antihistamines (such as cold medicines, cough and expectorant medicines, motion sickness medicines, and allergy medicines); gastrointestinal analgesic-antispasmodic medicines. Failure to follow this may worsen current symptoms or make side effects or accidents more likely.
QMay I drive or operate machinery after taking it?
ADo not drive a vehicle or operate machinery after taking it (symptoms such as drowsiness, blurred vision, or unusual glare may occur).
QMay I keep taking it for a long time?
ADo not use continuously for a long period.
QWho should consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller before taking it?
APeople receiving treatment from a doctor; pregnant women or those who may be pregnant; people who have had allergic symptoms caused by medicines, etc.; people with a high fever; people with difficulty urinating; and people diagnosed with thyroid dysfunction, heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, or glaucoma should consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller before taking it.
QWhat symptoms after taking it mean I should stop?
AIf after taking it you develop rash/redness, itching, or swelling of the skin; nausea/vomiting, loss of appetite, dizziness, or difficulty urinating related to the digestive system, etc., stop taking it and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller.
QIs there anything special to note about dosage and administration?
ABecause this preparation contains pseudoephedrine hydrochloride, avoid overdose and misuse and follow the dosage and administration.
QWhat should I do if symptoms do not improve after several doses?
AIf symptoms do not improve after 5 to 6 doses, stop taking it and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller.
QHow should I store it?
AStore tightly closed in a cool place with low humidity, away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children. Do not transfer to another container (this may cause misuse or change quality). Do not take products past their expiration date.
⚠️ Precautions for use
- This product is a Designated Class 2 OTC drug. Please read the package insert carefully before taking it.
- Do not do the following (failure to follow may worsen current symptoms or make side effects or accidents more likely): Do not use any of the following medicines while taking this product: other oral rhinitis medicines; oral medicines containing antihistamines (such as cold medicines, cough and expectorant medicines, motion sickness medicines, and allergy medicines); gastrointestinal analgesic-antispasmodic medicines.
- Do not drive a vehicle or operate machinery after taking it (symptoms such as drowsiness, blurred vision, or unusual glare may occur).
- Do not use continuously for a long period.
- The following people should consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller before taking it: people receiving treatment from a doctor; pregnant women or those who may be pregnant; people who have had allergic symptoms caused by medicines, etc.; people with a high fever; people with difficulty urinating; people diagnosed with thyroid dysfunction, heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, or glaucoma.
- If after taking it you develop rash/redness, itching, or swelling of the skin; nausea/vomiting, loss of appetite, dizziness, or difficulty urinating related to the digestive system, etc., stop taking it and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller.
- Because this preparation contains pseudoephedrine hydrochloride, avoid overdose and misuse and follow the dosage and administration.
- If symptoms do not improve after 5 to 6 doses, stop taking it and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller.
📦 Storage precautions
- Store tightly closed in a cool place with low humidity, away from direct sunlight.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Do not transfer to another container (this may cause misuse or change quality).
- Do not take products past their expiration date.
● Features
■ When you want to stop it! Quick 1 tablet
Point1: Chewable type that can be taken anytime without water and quickly dissolves in the mouth
Point2: Refreshing fresh menthol flavor with a smooth sensation when taking
Point3: Contains "Mekitazine," an ingredient that is less likely to cause drowsiness and is effective for rhinitis symptoms
■ Prescription Features
It has excellent effects on symptoms such as runny nose, sneezing, and nasal congestion.
Mekitazine: Effectively relieves severe runny nose and sneezing while suppressing the causes of allergy occurrence.
Phenylephrine Hydrochloride: Acts on the sympathetic nervous system to reduce congestion and swelling of the nasal mucosa and improve nasal congestion.
Belladonna Total Alkaloids: Acts on the parasympathetic nervous system to suppress nasal discharge and tearing.
Anhydrous Caffeine: Effectively alleviates heaviness of the head.
【Class 2 OTC Drug】
●Efficacy/Effects
Relief of the following symptoms caused by acute rhinitis, allergic rhinitis, or sinusitis: sneezing, runny nose (excess nasal discharge), nasal congestion, tearing, sore throat, heaviness of the head
＜Precautions related to Efficacy/Effects＞
●Dosage and Administration
Take the following amount by chewing or dissolving in the mouth.
However, please keep an interval of 4 hours or more between doses.
［Age: Dose per time: Number of doses per day］
Adults (15 years and older): 1 tablet: 3 times
Under 15 years: Do not take
＜Precautions related to Dosage and Administration＞
(1) Strictly follow the dosage and administration instructions.
●Ingredients/Quantity
Per 3 tablets
Mekitazine 4mg
Phenylephrine Hydrochloride 15mg
Belladonna Total Alkaloids 0.4mg
Anhydrous Caffeine 90mg
〔Additives〕
D-Mannitol, Tartaric Acid, Cellulose, Hydroxypropyl Cellulose, Crospovidone, Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Metasilicate Aluminate, l-Menthol, Sucralose, Peppermint Oil, Lemon Oil, Orange Oil
＜Precautions related to Ingredients/Quantity＞
●Dosage Form
Chewable tablet (oral - tablet)
●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:
People who have had allergic reactions to this product or its ingredients
2. Do not use any of the following medicines while taking this product:
Other oral medicines for rhinitis, oral medicines containing antihistamines (cold medicines, cough and expectorant medicines, motion sickness medicines, allergy medicines, etc.), gastrointestinal analgesics and antispasmodics
3. Do not drive vehicles or operate machinery after taking this product.
(Symptoms such as drowsiness, blurred vision, or abnormal glare may appear)
4. Do not use for a long period continuously.
■Consult
1. Consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller before taking if you fall under the following:
(1) People receiving medical treatment from a doctor
(2) Pregnant women or those who may be pregnant
(3) Nursing mothers
(4) Elderly people
(5) People who have had allergic reactions to medicines, etc.
(6) People with the following symptoms:
High fever, difficulty urinating
(7) People diagnosed with the following:
Glaucoma, diabetes, thyroid dysfunction, heart disease, high blood pressure
2. If the following symptoms appear after taking, they may be side effects, so 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: Headache
Urinary system: Difficulty urinating
Others: Facial flushing, abnormal glare
Rarely, the following serious symptoms may occur. In such cases, seek medical attention immediately.
［Name of Symptom: Symptom］
Shock (Anaphylaxis): Immediately after taking, itching of the skin, hives, hoarseness, sneezing, itching of the throat, difficulty breathing, palpitations, clouding of consciousness, etc. appear.
Liver dysfunction: Fever, itching, rash, jaundice (yellowing of skin and whites of eyes), dark urine, general fatigue, loss of appetite, etc. appear.
Thrombocytopenia: A decrease in the number of platelets in the blood causes bleeding symptoms such as nosebleeds, bleeding from gums, bruising, etc.
3. The following symptoms may appear after taking, so 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 tightly capped in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
(2) Keep out of reach of children.
(3) Do not transfer to other containers.
(May cause misuse or quality changes)
(4) Do not touch with wet hands.
(May cause quality changes)
(5) Do not take products past the expiration date (printed on the outer box).
Even within the expiration date, once the inner bag is opened, use as soon as possible.
