Medication info

Bepotastine Besilate Ophthalmic Solution 0.05% (Cyclosporine) (Single Use)

Prescription medicationSolutionEye drops
Ingredient · strength
Cyclosporine›0.5mg / 1mL
Manufacturer / importer
Daewoong Bio Co., Ltd.
Appearance
A homogeneous solution that is white, opaque or slightly translucent, contained in a white, translucent plastic container.
Packaging
0.4mL/tube X 30
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201504242 · Notified 2015.06.30 · Insurance code 694000881

Summary

Main use
Improvement of tear production suppressed by ocular inflammation associated with keratoconjunctivitis sicca
Who applies the drops
Adults
Adult eye dose
Instill 1 drop of this drug into each eye twice daily, approximately 12 hours apart. Before use, invert the container several times to mix until the suspension is uniformly opaque and white. If this drug is used with artificial tears, administer them 15 minutes apart. Discard any remaining solution and the container after instillation.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Daewoong Bio Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of tear production suppressed by ocular inflammation associated with keratoconjunctivitis sicca

  • Dry corneal conjunctivitis
  • inflammation of the eye
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This medication is used to improve inflammation of the eye associated with dry corneal conjunctivitis by increasing tear secretion in patients with suppressed tear production.

How to apply drops

Adult eye dose

Instill 1 drop of this drug into each eye twice daily, approximately 12 hours apart. Before use, invert the container several times to mix until the suspension is uniformly opaque and white. If this drug is used with artificial tears, administer them 15 minutes apart. Discard any remaining solution and the container after instillation.

Precautions

This medication should be used with caution in patients with a history of herpes keratitis, as sufficient studies have not been conducted. Increased tear production has not been observed in patients taking topical anti-inflammatory agents or using punctal plugs. Patients with active eye infections or allergies or suspected allergies to the components of this medication should not use it. During use, burning in the eyes may commonly occur, and various ocular adverse reactions, such as conjunctival congestion, discharge, eye pain, foreign body sensation, itching, and vision disturbances, have been reported. Rarely, serious allergic reactions such as eye swelling, severe angioedema, facial and tongue swelling, throat swelling, and difficulty breathing may occur. Care should be taken to prevent the container from directly touching the eye to avoid injury to the eye. Vision may temporarily blur after instillation; it is advisable to avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery until vision returns to normal. The safety of this medication during pregnancy has not been established; it should only be used cautiously when necessary, and caution is also needed during breastfeeding. For children under the age of 16, its safety and efficacy have not been adequately established, and its use is not recommended. Any opened solution should be used only once and any remaining medication should be discarded, ensuring cleanliness to prevent the container tip from coming into contact with the eye or other surfaces. When wearing contact lenses, lenses should be removed before instillation, and can be reinserted after at least 15 minutes. Store this medication out of reach of children, and do not use expired medication; it should be discarded.

Side effects

  • Burning sensation of the eyes
  • conjunctival hyperemia
  • discharge
  • epiphora
  • eye pain
  • foreign body sensation
  • itching
  • ocular pain
  • vision impairment
  • eye swelling
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  • hypersensitivity reaction
  • severe angioedema
  • facial swelling
  • tongue swelling
  • pharyngeal edema
  • difficulty breathing
  • ocular surface damage
  • itching
  • hives
  • dry eyes
  • eye pain
  • abnormal sensation in the eyes
  • eye fatigue
  • eye irritation
  • corneal erosion
  • sticky eyes
  • eyelid edema

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A homogeneous solution that is white, opaque or slightly translucent, contained in a white, translucent plastic container.

Package unit

0.4mL/tube X 30

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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