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PATIENT INFORMATION LEAFLET
Leaflet included in the packaging: Information for the patient
ACTAIR, 100 IR, sublingual tablets
For use in adolescents and adults (aged 12 to 65 years)
Standardized extracts of house dust mite allergens
Dermatophagoides pteronyssinusand Dermatophagoides farinae
This medicinal product will be subject to additional monitoring. This will allow for the quick identification of new
safety information. The user of the medicinal product can also help by reporting any adverse reactions that occurred after taking the medicinal product. To find out how to report adverse reactions, see section 4.
Read the leaflet carefully before taking the medicinal product, as it contains important information for the patient.
- Keep this leaflet, you may need to read it again.
- In case of any doubts, consult a doctor or pharmacist.
- This medicinal product has been prescribed specifically for you. Do not pass it on to others. The medicinal product may harm another person, even if their symptoms are the same.
- If the patient experiences any adverse reactions, including any adverse reactions not listed in this leaflet, they should inform their doctor or pharmacist. See section 4.
Table of contents of the leaflet
- 1. What is ACTAIR and what is it used for
- 2. Important information before taking ACTAIR
- 3. How to take ACTAIR
- 4. Possible adverse reactions
- 5. How to store ACTAIR
- 6. Contents of the packaging and other information
1. What is ACTAIR and what is it used for
ACTAIR contains extracts of house dust mite allergens.
ACTAIR is used to treat allergic rhinitis (inflammation of the nasal mucosa)
in adolescents (aged 12 to 17 years) and adults. ACTAIR works by increasing
immunological tolerance (the body's ability to fight) to house dust mites.
It may be necessary to take the medicinal product for 3 months before an improvement is seen.
Actair 100 IR is intended for use during the dose escalation period, not for continuation
of treatment.
Before starting treatment, the doctor will diagnose the patient's allergy by performing appropriate skin tests and/or blood tests.
The first dose of ACTAIR should be taken under the supervision of a doctor. The patient should remain under
the doctor's observation for at least half an hour after taking the first dose. This is a precautionary measure to monitor sensitivity to the medicinal product. It also provides an opportunity to discuss any adverse reactions with the doctor.
ACTAIR is prescribed by doctors with experience in treating allergies.
2. Important information before taking ACTAIR
When not to take ACTAIR:
- if the patient is allergic to any of the other ingredients of this medicinal product (listed in section 6),
- if the patient has severe and/or unstable asthma or if there has been a severe exacerbation of asthma in the last 3 months,
- if, according to the doctor's assessment, the patient's forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1) is below 80%,
- in patients with diseases affecting the immune system, patients taking immunosuppressive drugs or patients with cancer,
- in patients with oral ulcers or infections. The doctor may recommend delaying the start of treatment or interrupting it until the oral lesions have healed. Women who are pregnant should not start treatment with ACTAIR.
Warnings and precautions
Before starting to take ACTAIR, the patient should discuss the following with their doctor:
- The occurrence of severe allergic symptoms, such as difficulty swallowing or breathing, changes in voice, hypotension (low blood pressure) or a feeling of a lump in the throat. Treatment should be discontinued and the doctor contacted immediately.
- The occurrence of a previous severe allergic reaction to a medicinal product containing allergen extracts.
- A significant worsening of asthma symptoms. Treatment should be discontinued and the doctor contacted immediately.
- The occurrence of cardiovascular diseases.
- Taking beta-blockers (a class of drugs often prescribed for heart diseases and high blood pressure, but also found in some eye drops and ointments).
- Treatment of depression with tricyclic antidepressants or monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) or treatment of Parkinson's disease with catechol-O-methyltransferase (COMT) inhibitors.
- Patients awaiting oral surgery or tooth extraction should discontinue treatment with ACTAIR until complete healing.
- Patients suffering from persistent heartburn or difficulty swallowing should contact their doctor.
- Autoimmune diseases in remission.
Patients should discuss the following with their doctor:
- any recent illnesses;
- the occurrence of any diseases in the patient or their family that may affect the immune system;
- a recent worsening of allergy symptoms.
If the patient is taking asthma-controlling medications and/or symptom-relieving medications, they should not stop taking them without consulting their doctor, as this may lead to an exacerbation of asthma symptoms.
During treatment, mild or moderate local allergic reactions may occur.
In the case of severe allergic reactions, the patient should discuss with their doctor whether it is necessary to use anti-allergic medications, such as antihistamines.
Children and adolescents
ACTAIR is used to treat allergic rhinitis in adolescents (aged 12 to 17 years). ACTAIR is not indicated for use in children under 12 years of age.
ACTAIR and other medicinal products
The patient should inform their doctor or pharmacist about all medicinal products they are currently taking or have recently taken, as well as any medicinal products they plan to take, including those available without a prescription. Patients taking other anti-allergic medicinal products, such as antihistamines, asthma medications, steroids or medications that block the substance called immunoglobulin E (IgE), e.g. omalizumab, should discuss their continued use with their doctor. Discontinuing these anti-allergic medicinal products may cause further adverse reactions during treatment with ACTAIR.
ACTAIR with food and drink
The patient should not eat or drink for 5 minutes after taking this medicinal product.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
If the patient is pregnant or breastfeeding, thinks they may be pregnant or plans to have a child, they should consult their doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicinal product.
There is no experience with the use of ACTAIR during pregnancy. Therefore, treatment with ACTAIR should not be started during pregnancy. Patients who become pregnant during treatment should discuss continuation of treatment with their doctor.
There is no experience with the use of ACTAIR during breastfeeding. However, no effects on breastfed infants are expected. The patient should consult their doctor and make sure it is safe to continue taking ACTAIR while breastfeeding.
Driving and using machines
No effects of ACTAIR on the ability to drive and use machines have been observed.
ACTAIR contains lactose
Patients with intolerance to some sugars should consult their doctor before starting treatment with this medicinal product.
3. How to take ACTAIR
This medicinal product should always be taken according to the doctor's instructions. In case of doubts, the patient should consult their doctor or pharmacist.
Treatment with ACTAIR should be started with a dose of 100 IR and gradually increased to a maintenance dose of 300 IR. IR (Reactivity Index) indicates activity.
Actair 100 IR is intended for use during the dose escalation period, not for continuation of treatment.
The first tablet should be taken under the supervision of a doctor. The doctor will provide advice on the scheme and duration of dose escalation.
Use in adolescents
The dose for adolescents is the same as for adults.
ACTAIR should be taken as follows:
- 1. Remove one tablet (or 2 tablets) from the packaging by pushing it through the foil.
- 2. At the time of administration, the patient should not have anything in their mouth.
- 3. Place the tablet under the tongue and keep it there until it dissolves, then swallow.
- 4. Do not eat or drink for at least 5 minutes.
- 5. After touching the tablet, wash your hands.
In case of overdose of ACTAIR
In case of overdose of ACTAIR, allergic symptoms may occur, including local symptoms in the mouth and throat. In case of severe symptoms, the patient should contact their doctor or hospital immediately.
Missed dose of ACTAIR
A missed dose of ACTAIR can be taken later the same day. The patient should not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose. If the break in treatment with ACTAIR was longer than 7 days, the patient should consult their doctor before taking ACTAIR again.
Discontinuation of ACTAIR
Not taking the medicinal product as instructed may result in a lack of therapeutic effect.
In case of any doubts about the use of this medicinal product, the patient should consult their doctor or pharmacist.
4. Possible adverse reactions
Like all medicinal products, ACTAIR can cause adverse reactions, although not everybody gets them.
Adverse reactions may be an allergic reaction to the allergen for which the patient is being treated.
Most allergic adverse reactions last from a few minutes to a few hours after taking the medicinal product
and most resolve after 1-3 months of treatment.
The patient should stop taking ACTAIR and contact their doctor or hospital immediately if they experience any of the following symptoms:
- Sudden swelling of the face, lips, throat or skin
- Difficulty swallowing
- Difficulty breathing
- Changes in voice
- Hypotension (low blood pressure)
- Feeling of a lump in the throat
- Hives and itching of the skin
Other possible adverse reactions:
Very common (may affect more than 1 in 10 patients):
- Swelling or itching of the mouth
- Irritation of the throat
- Itching of the ear
Common (may affect less than 1 in 10 patients):
- Itching of the eyes
- Swelling or itching of the lips or tongue
- Burning or tingling in the mouth, inflammation and pain in the mouth, oral ulcers
- Altered taste
- Discomfort or pain in the mouth and/or throat
- Swelling of the throat, difficulty swallowing
- Cough
- Difficulty breathing
- Chest pain
- Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
- Itching
Uncommon (may affect less than 1 in 100 patients):
- Redness of the eyes and conjunctivitis, eye swelling, tearing
- Ear pain or tingling
- Dizziness, lightheadedness
- Headache
- Malaise or fatigue
- Rhinitis (sneezing, runny nose, nasal itching, feeling of a blocked nose)
- Nosebleeds
- Common cold
- Inflammation of the lips or tongue
- Mouth conditions, such as burning, numbness of the mouth, oral thrush, problems with saliva production
- Swelling of the palate
- Swelling of the face
- Dryness of the mouth or throat, thirst
- Blisters in the mouth and/or throat, swelling of the mouth and throat caused by contact with fruits or vegetables
- Throat conditions, such as burning/tingling or feeling of pressure in the throat, hoarseness, feeling of a lump in the throat, discomfort or swelling in the back of the throat
- Asthma, shortness of breath, wheezing
- Discomfort in the chest
- Esophageal pain, esophagitis or gastritis, heartburn
- Vomiting
- Gastroenteritis
- Local swelling, subcutaneous swelling
- Rash, skin irritation, urticaria
- Anxiety disorders
- Feeling of tingling or prickling
- Abnormal blood test results
Rare (may affect less than 1 in 1,000 patients):
- Inflammation of the eyelids, abnormal eyelid spasms, eye irritation
- Ear blockage, tinnitus
- Nasal discomfort, sinus blockage
- Inflammation of the gums, bleeding from the mouth
- Unpleasant breath odor, belching
- Painful swallowing
- Irritation of the vocal cords
- Accelerated breathing
- Numbness of the throat
- Seasonal allergy
- Bronchitis
- Chest pain
- Palpitations, rapid heartbeat
- Esophageal swelling
- Frequent bowel movements, irritable bowel syndrome, gas
- Irritability, concentration disorders, numbness, drowsiness, speech disorders, tremors
- Blisters, redness of the skin, acute skin reaction, changes resembling scratches
- Muscle discomfort or cramps
- Sudden need to urinate
If the patient experiences any adverse reactions that worry them, they should inform their doctor, who will decide on the use of medications, such as antihistamines, to alleviate them.
Reporting adverse reactions
If the patient experiences any adverse reactions, including any adverse reactions not listed in this leaflet, they should inform their doctor or pharmacist.
Adverse reactions can be reported directly to the Department of Post-Marketing Surveillance of Adverse Reactions to Medicinal Products of the Office for Registration of Medicinal Products, Medical Devices and Biocidal Products
Aleje Jerozolimskie 181C
02-222 Warsaw
Phone: +48 22 49 21 301
Fax: +48 22 49 21 309
Website: https://smz.ezdrowie.gov.pl
Adverse reactions can also be reported to the marketing authorization holder.
Reporting adverse reactions will help to gather more information on the safety of the medicinal product.
5. How to store ACTAIR
No special precautions for storage of this medicinal product are necessary.
The medicinal product should be stored out of sight and reach of children.
Do not use this medicinal product after the expiry date stated on the carton after EXP. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month stated.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. The patient should ask their pharmacist how to dispose of medicines that are no longer needed. This will help protect the environment.
6. Contents of the packaging and other information
What ACTAIR contains
- The active substance is standardized extract of house dust mite allergens Dermatophagoides pteronyssinusand Dermatophagoides farinae. One sublingual tablet contains 100 IR.
- IR (Reactivity Index) indicates activity.
- The other ingredients are: colloidal anhydrous silica, sodium croscarmellose, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, mannitol (E 421) and microcrystalline cellulose.
What ACTAIR looks like and contents of the packaging
Sublingual tablet.
The 100 IR tablets are white to beige, round and biconvex, with brown spots, with "SAC" embossed on one side and "100" on the other.
The tablets are provided in aluminum blisters with a removable aluminum foil in a cardboard box
Pack sizes:
Packaging containing 3 sublingual tablets
Packaging containing 15 sublingual tablets
Not all pack sizes may be marketed.
Marketing authorization holder and manufacturer
STALLERGENES
6 rue Alexis de Tocqueville
92160 ANTONY
France
This medicinal product is authorized in the Member States of the European Economic Area and in the United Kingdom (Northern Ireland) under the following names:
Austria
Actair 100 IR Sublingualtabletten
Belgium
Orylmyte 100 IR comprimés sublinguaux
Bulgaria
АКТАИР 100 IR сублингвални таблетки
Croatia
Orylmyte 100 IR sublingvalne tablete
Czech Republic, Poland, Portugal, Romania
ACTAIR
Denmark, Norway, Sweden
Aitmyte
France
Orylmyte 100 IR, comprimé sublingual
Germany
ORYLMYTE 100 IR
Ireland, United Kingdom (Northern Ireland)
ACTAIR 100 IR sublingual tablets
Italy, Luxembourg
ORYLMYTE
Netherlands
Actair 100 IR, tabletten voor sublinguaal
gebruik
Slovenia
Actair 100 IR podjezične tablete
Slovakia
ACTAIR 100 IR sublingválne tablety
Spain
Actair 100 IR comprimidos sublinguales
Date of last revision of the leaflet: 01/2023
- Country of registration
- Active substance
- Prescription requiredYes
- Manufacturer
- ImporterStallergenes S.A.S.
- This information is for reference only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a licensed doctor before taking any medication. Oladoctor is not responsible for medical decisions based on this content.
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