Bepotastine Besilate Tablets

Adult dose

Usually, adults are administered 10 mg of bepotastine besilate orally twice daily. The dose may be adjusted appropriately according to age and symptoms.

This medication should not be used in patients with hypersensitivity to its components. Caution is required when used in patients with impaired kidney or liver function or in elderly patients. Adverse effects such as drowsiness, headache, dizziness, vomiting, diarrhea, and skin rashes have been reported in clinical trials and post-marketing surveys. Drowsiness may occur while taking this drug, so caution is necessary when driving or operating dangerous machinery. In patients who have been on long-term steroid therapy, the steroid dosage should be gradually reduced when taking this medication. In patients with decreased kidney function, the blood concentration of this drug may increase, so it should be started at a low dose and adjusted if any abnormal symptoms appear. In patients with seasonal allergic rhinitis, administration should be based on the season and symptoms, and it is advisable not to use it long-term if no effect is observed. Concurrent use of other antihistamines and alcohol should be avoided. Pregnant women, women who may become pregnant, and breastfeeding women are advised not to use this drug, and if it is necessary, they should consult a physician. Safety in children has not been established, so it should be used cautiously in children. Elderly patients should take care as they are at increased risk of higher drug concentrations due to decreased bodily function. This medication may interfere with allergy skin tests, so it is recommended not to take it prior to testing. The tablets should be removed from the packaging before taking, as swallowing them in the packaging may cause damage to the esophagus, so caution is needed. When storing, keep out of reach of children and protect from moisture, and store at a temperature below 30 degrees Celsius.

• drowsiness
• lethargy
• headache
• heaviness
• dizziness
• dry mouth
• dry mucous membranes
• glossitis
• nausea
• vomiting

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture, and it is safe to keep it at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Therefore, it is important to avoid direct sunlight or high temperatures to maintain the drug's effectiveness and to keep it at a proper temperature.

Appearance

White film-coated tablet with a dividing line

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle