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For the symptomatic treatment of itchy eyes (caused by IgE-induced mast cell degranulation) due to allergic conjunctivitis. (Itching;)
Bepotastine besilate eye drops is used to treat itching of the eye caused by a condition known as allergic conjunctivitis. It works by preventing the effects of certain inflammatory substances, which are produced by cells in your eyes and sometimes cause allergic reactions.
Bepotastine besilate is available only with your doctor's prescription.
- Do not use Bepotastine eye drops for future eye problems without first checking with your doctor.
- Do not wear contact lenses if your eyes are red. Bepotastine eye drops should not be used to treat redness or irritation caused by contact lenses.
- Bepotastine eye drops may cause harm if it is swallowed. If you may have taken it by mouth, contact your or emergency room right away.
- Bepotastine eye drops should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN younger than 2 years old; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.
- PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Bepotastine eye drops while you are pregnant. It is not known if Bepotastine eye drops is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Bepotastine eye drops, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
Usual Adult Dose for Allergic Conjunctivitis
Instill 1 drop into the affected eye(s) twice a day
Use: For the treatment of itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Allergic Conjunctivitis
2 years or older:
Instill 1 drop into the affected eye(s) twice a day
Use: For the treatment of itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis.
Renal Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Liver Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Precautions
Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 2 years.
Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.
Dialysis
Data not available
Other Comments
Administration advice:
For ophthalmic use only
Patient advice:
-Patients should be instructed not to wear a contact lens if eyes are red.
-Patients should be instructed not to touch bottle tip to eyes, hands, or any other surface in order to prevent contamination of the bottle.
Use Bepotastine eye drops as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Bepotastine eye drops is only for the eye. Do not get it in your nose or mouth.
- Remove contact lenses before you use Bepotastine eye drops.
- To use Bepotastine eye drops in the eye, first, wash your hands. Tilt your head back. Using your index finger, pull the lower eyelid away from the eye to form a pouch. Drop the medicine into the pouch and gently close your eyes. Immediately use your finger to apply pressure to the inside corner of the eyelid for 1 to 2 minutes. Do not blink. Remove excess medicine around your eye with a clean, dry tissue, being careful not to touch your eye. Wash your hands to remove any medicine that may be on them.
- To prevent germs from contaminating your medicine, do not touch the applicator tip to any surface, including the eye. Keep the container tightly closed.
- Soft contact lenses may absorb a chemical in Bepotastine eye drops. Wait 10 minutes after you use Bepotastine eye drops before you put your contacts back in.
- If you miss a dose of Bepotastine eye drops, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once
Use Bepotastine eye drops as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
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What are the possible side effects of Bepotastine?
Applies to Bepotastine ophthalmic: ophthalmic solution
In addition to its needed effects, some unwanted effects may be caused by Bepotastine ophthalmic. In the event that any of these side effects do occur, they may require medical attention.
Major Side Effects
You should check with your doctor immediately if any of these side effects occur when taking Bepotastine ophthalmic:
Less common:
- Red, sore eyes
- Body rash
- itching
- swelling of the lips, tongue, or throat
Minor Side Effects
Some of the side effects that can occur with Bepotastine ophthalmic may not need medical attention. As your body adjusts to the medicine during treatment these side effects may go away. Your health care professional may also be able to tell you about ways to reduce or prevent some of these side effects. If any of the following side effects continue, are bothersome or if you have any questions about them, check with your health care professional:
More common:
- Mild taste in your mouth
- Fever
- headache
- muscle aches
- sore throat
- stuffy or runny nose
- unusual tiredness or weakness
Bepotastine is a non-sedating, selective antagonist of the histamine 1 (H1) receptor. Bepotastine was approved in Japan for use in the treatment of allergic rhinitis and uriticaria/puritus in July 2000 and January 2002, respectively, and is marketed by Tanabe Seiyaku Co., Ltd. under the brand name Bepotastine. It is available in oral and opthalmic dosage forms in Japan. The opthalmic solution is FDA approved since Sept 8, 2009 and is under the brand name Bepreve.