Kowa Colgen Kowa Rhinitis Gel Capsule α

Features

●The contents are liquid, so the active ingredients dissolve quickly.
●It contains the maximum amount of d-chlorpheniramine maleate, which is highly effective in treating runny nose, and belladonna total alkaloids permitted by the manufacturing and marketing approval standards for over-the-counter oral medications for rhinitis*1.
You can take this medicine any time you have symptoms, not just after meals.*2
*1 The approval criteria are the range of pharmaceuticals set by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare to streamline approval procedures. *2 The interval between doses must be at least 4 hours.

[Designated Category 2 OTC drug]

Efficacy and effectiveness

Relief of the following symptoms due to acute rhinitis, allergic rhinitis or sinusitis: sneezing, runny nose (excessive nasal discharge), stuffy nose, watery eyes, sore throat, heavy head (feeling heavy head)

<Notes regarding efficacy and effectiveness>

Dosage and Administration

Take the following amount with water or warm water.
However, please leave at least 4 hours between doses.
[Age: Single dose: Number of times per day]
Adults (15 years and older): 1 capsule, 3 times a day
Children under 15 years of age: Do not take

<Caution regarding dosage and administration>

(1) Please strictly follow the usage and dosage instructions.
(2) How to remove the capsule:
Press firmly with your fingertips on the raised part of the PTP sheet containing the capsule, break the aluminum foil on the back, remove the capsule and take it. (If swallowed by mistake, it may cause an unexpected accident such as piercing the esophageal mucosa.)

Ingredients and quantities

Per 1 capsule
d-Chlorpheniramine maleate 2mg
Belladonna total alkaloids 0.2mg
dl-Methylephedrine hydrochloride 15mg
Phenylephrine hydrochloride 5mg
Caffeine anhydrous 40mg

〔Additive〕

Glyceryl stearate, polysorbate 60, sorbitan sesquioleate, medium chain triglyceride, gelatin, glycerin, titanium dioxide, soy lecithin

<Notes regarding ingredients and quantities>

Dosage form

Soft capsule (oral capsule)

Usage notes

■Things you shouldn't do
(If you do not follow these instructions, your current symptoms may worsen, or you may be more susceptible to side effects or accidents.)
1. Do not use any of the following medicines while taking this drug.
Other oral medications for rhinitis, oral medications containing antihistamines (cold medicines, antitussives, expectorants, motion sickness medications, allergy medications, etc.), gastrointestinal analgesics and antispasmodics
2. Do not drive or operate machinery after taking this medicine.
(Symptoms such as drowsiness, blurred vision, and abnormal glare may occur.)
3. Do not use for long periods of time
■Things to consult about
1. The following people should consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered distributor before taking this medicine.
(1) People who are receiving medical treatment.
(2) Pregnant women or those who are thought to be pregnant.
(3) People who are breastfeeding.
(4) Elderly people.
(5) People who have experienced allergic symptoms due to medication, etc.
(6) People with the following symptoms:
High fever, difficulty urinating
(7) People who have been diagnosed with the following:
Glaucoma, diabetes, thyroid dysfunction, heart disease, high blood pressure
2. If the following symptoms occur after taking this medicine, these may be side effects, so stop taking the medicine immediately and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered distributor with this package insert.
[Affected area: Symptoms]
Skin: rash, redness, itching
Digestive system: Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite
Neuropsychiatric: Headache
Urinary system: Difficulty urinating
Other: Hot flashes on the face, abnormal sensitivity to light
In rare cases, the following serious symptoms may occur. If this occurs, consult a doctor immediately.
[Name of symptom: Symptom]
Aplastic anemia: Symptoms include bruises, nosebleeds, bleeding gums, fever, pale skin and mucous membranes, fatigue, palpitations, shortness of breath, feeling unwell and dizzy, and blood in the urine.
Agranulocytosis: Sudden high fever, chills, sore throat, etc.
3. The following symptoms may occur after taking this medicine. If these symptoms persist or worsen, discontinue use and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered distributor with this package insert.
Dry mouth, drowsiness, constipation, blurred vision
4. If symptoms do not improve after taking this medicine for 5 to 6 days, discontinue use and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered distributor with this package insert.

Storage and handling precautions

(1) Store in a cool, dry place away from 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) Please be careful when storing or carrying the product to prevent the aluminum foil of the PTP from tearing or the capsules inside from becoming deformed.
(5) Do not take products after the expiration date (listed on the outer box).