Rohto Alguard Rhinitis Gold Z
ロートアルガード鼻炎内服薬ゴールドZ
Designated Class 2 — Use with special caution
Abuse-Prevention Designated · 指定濫用防止医薬品
Drug Type
Antihistamine, decongestant, and herbal combination for rhinitis and sinusitis
Form
Capsules
Indication
Relief of symptoms caused by acute rhinitis, allergic rhinitis, or sinusitis: sneezing, runny nose, nasal congestion, watery eyes, sore throat, and head heaviness.
Active Ingredients (per 3 capsules (daily dose))
Mequitazine 4mg
Pseudoephedrine hydrochloride 75mg
dl-Methylephedrine hydrochloride 75mg
Magnolia flower bud extract (Shin'i extract) 24mg
Belladonna total alkaloids 0.4mg
Anhydrous caffeine 110mg
Inactive Ingredients
Polysorbate 80, glycerin fatty acid ester, bleached beeswax, medium-chain triglycerides, gelatin, succinylated gelatin, glycerin, titanium oxide, Yellow No. 5
Instructions for Use
- ✓Take after meals with water or lukewarm water.
| Age | Dose per use | Times per day |
|---|---|---|
| Adults (15 years and older) | 1 capsule | 3 times daily (after each meal) |
| Under 15 years | Do not use | — |
- ✓To remove capsules: press firmly on the raised side of the PTP blister pack to break the foil backing and pop the capsule out. Do not swallow the capsule while still in the sheet — this can cause injury to the esophagus.
- ✓Stop use and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered salesperson, bringing this package insert with you, if symptoms do not improve after 5–6 days.
- ✕Do not operate vehicles or machinery after taking — may cause drowsiness, blurred vision, or abnormal sensitivity to light.
- ✕Do not use long-term.
- ✕Do not take if you have had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients.
- ✕Do not take if you have difficulty urinating due to enlarged prostate.
- ✕Do not take if you have been diagnosed with high blood pressure, heart disease, thyroid disorder, or diabetes.
- ✕Do not use together with other rhinitis oral medicines, antihistamine-containing oral medicines (cold medicines, antitussives, motion sickness medicines, allergy medicines), or GI antispasmodics.
- ⚠Consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered salesperson before use if you:
- (1) Are under medical treatment.
- (2) Are pregnant or possibly pregnant.
- (3) Are breastfeeding.
- (4) Are elderly.
- (5) Have had allergic reactions to medicines.
- (6) Have experienced insomnia, dizziness, weakness, tremors, or palpitations from cold, antitussive, or rhinitis medicines.
- (7) Have high fever or difficulty urinating.
- (8) Have been diagnosed with glaucoma or kidney disease.
- (9) Are being treated with an MAO inhibitor (e.g., selegiline hydrochloride).
- ✓Stop use and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered salesperson if any of the following occur:
- Skin: rash, redness, itching
- GI: nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite
- CNS: dizziness, insomnia, nervousness, headache, convulsions
- Urinary: difficulty urinating
- Other: facial flushing, abnormal sensitivity to light
- ✓Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any of the following serious side effects:
- Anaphylactic shock: sudden itching, hives, hoarseness, sneezing, throat itching, difficulty breathing, palpitations, or loss of consciousness shortly after taking
- Acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP): high fever, widespread rash and redness, small pustules on reddened skin, general malaise, or loss of appetite that persists or worsens rapidly
- Liver dysfunction: fever, itching, rash, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), dark urine, general malaise, loss of appetite
- Thrombocytopenia: nosebleeds, gum bleeding, or bruising due to a decrease in blood platelets
- ✓Monitor and consult if persistent: dry mouth, drowsiness, constipation, blurred vision.
Abuse-Prevention Designated Medicine 指定濫用防止医薬品
- Purchase is limited to 1 unit per person per transaction, both in-store and online
- A pharmacist or registered salesperson must confirm appropriate use before the sale is completed
- Additional restrictions apply for buyers under 18
- Do not exceed the prescribed dose — taking more than directed may cause serious adverse effects
Sources & Documents
- Japanese product page
- Japanese PDF
- Last verified: May 27, 2026
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