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Bepotant Tablet (Bepotastine Salicylate)

Bepotant Tablet (Bepotastine Salicylate)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Bepotastine Salicylate›9.64mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Dongkook Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White round film-coated tablets
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201306419 · Approved 2013.03.22 · Insurance code 653402760

Summary

Main use
Relief of perennial allergic rhinitis, chronic urticaria, and pruritus (such as eczema and dermatitis)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Usually, adults are administered 1 tablet (containing 7.11mg of bepotastine) orally twice daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Dongkook Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of perennial allergic rhinitis, chronic urticaria, and pruritus (such as eczema and dermatitis)

  • Perennial allergic rhinitis
  • chronic urticaria
  • pruritus
  • eczema
  • dermatitis
  • skin pruritus
  • urticaria
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This medication is used to relieve itching associated with various skin conditions, including perennial allergic rhinitis, chronic urticaria, eczema, and dermatitis.

How to take

Adult dose

Usually, adults are administered 1 tablet (containing 7.11mg of bepotastine) orally twice daily.

Precautions

This medication should not be used by patients allergic to its ingredients. This medication contains lactose, so it should not be administered to patients with a genetic condition that causes lactose intolerance. Patients with renal or liver function problems and elderly patients should use this medication with caution. Taking this medication can lead to central nervous system symptoms such as drowsiness, headache, dizziness, or gastrointestinal symptoms like vomiting and diarrhea. Additionally, side effects such as skin rashes and elevation of liver enzymes have been reported, so if unusual symptoms occur, consult a doctor immediately. It is advisable to avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery while taking this medication. If you are undergoing steroid treatment, dosage adjustments of the steroid should be made gradually when taking this medication. Patients with impaired kidney function may have increased drug concentrations in the blood, so treatment should start at a low dose and be closely monitored. Patients with seasonal allergic rhinitis should consider the season when starting and stopping this medication. If it proves ineffective, long-term use is not advisable. Taking this medication with alcohol may exacerbate side effects, so they should not be taken together. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should avoid this medication, and it should only be taken after consulting a doctor in necessary cases. Nursing mothers are also advised to avoid this medication as it may affect the baby. Safety has not been established for children, and caution should be taken in their use. Elderly patients should use it with caution due to the risk of increased drug concentrations from reduced kidney function. Taking this medication before allergy tests or skin tests may impact the results, so it is best not to take it before testing. Finally, care should be taken to keep this medication's packaging from being swallowed, as swallowing can cause injury to the esophagus. Lastly, this medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored in a cool place below 30 degrees Celsius away from moisture.

Side effects

drowsiness

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air and moisture from entering, and it is safe to store at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the drug's efficacy and prevents degradation.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle

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