Betason Tablet (Bepotastine Besilate)

Adult dose

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

This medication should not be used in patients with hypersensitivity to its ingredients. It should be administered with caution in patients with impaired kidney function, those with decreased liver function, and elderly individuals. Caution is needed as neuropsychiatric symptoms such as drowsiness, fatigue, headache, and dizziness may occur while taking this medication. Also, gastrointestinal symptoms like dry mouth, vomiting, diarrhea, changes in blood components, elevated liver enzymes, and skin rashes have been reported as side effects. It is advisable to avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery during the medication period. If you have been receiving long-term steroid treatment, it is important to gradually adjust the steroid dosage when taking this medication. Patients with kidney impairment may experience increased drug concentration in the blood, and should start with a low dose and be closely monitored. When used for seasonal allergic rhinitis, it is advisable to start taking the medication before symptoms appear and continue until the symptoms subside. If there is no effect, it is advisable not to continue using it for an extended period. It is advisable not to take this medication with alcohol, and for women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, it is safe to avoid taking it unless under special circumstances. Breastfeeding women should also avoid taking this medication, and if necessary, should discontinue breastfeeding. The safety of this medication has not been established in children, so caution is needed for their use. Elderly patients need to be particularly careful as kidney function decline may increase drug concentration. This medication may affect the results of allergy tests; thus, it is advisable to discontinue taking it prior to the test. When taking the medication, the enclosed tablet should be taken out, and care should be taken not to swallow the packaging. Keep out of reach of children and store in a cool, dry place below 30 degrees Celsius.

• Drowsiness
• lethargy
• headache
• heaviness
• dizziness
• dry mouth
• dry oral mucosa
• glossitis
• nausea
• vomiting

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. Additionally, avoid extremely hot or cold places, and it is best to store at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White film-coated tablets with a score line

Package unit

60 tablets (10 tablets/PTP x 6), 30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle