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Eustamine Tablet 10 mg (Bepotastine Besilate)

Eustamine Tablet 10 mg (Bepotastine Besilate)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Bepotastine Besylate›10mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Yooyoung Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White circular film-coated tablet with a score line on one side
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201708144 · Approved 2017.11.29

Summary

Main use
Relief of perennial allergic rhinitis, chronic urticaria, and itching associated with skin disorders
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Generally, adults are given 10mg of bepotastine besilate orally twice daily. The dose may be adjusted according to age and symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Yooyoung Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of perennial allergic rhinitis, chronic urticaria, and itching associated with skin disorders

  • Perennial allergic rhinitis
  • chronic urticaria
  • pruritus
  • eczema
  • dermatitis
  • skin pruritus
  • urticaria
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This medicine is used to improve itching associated with various skin diseases such as perennial allergic rhinitis, chronic urticaria, eczema, dermatitis, and skin pruritus.

How to take

Adult dose

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

Precautions

This medicine should not be used in patients with hypersensitivity to its ingredients. Precaution is necessary when using in patients with kidney or liver issues and in elderly individuals. This medication may cause symptoms related to the nervous system such as drowsiness, headache, and dizziness. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as dry mouth, vomiting, and diarrhea, changes in blood counts, elevated liver enzymes, kidney abnormalities, skin rashes, or swelling as allergic reactions have also been reported. It is advisable to avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery while taking this medication. Patients receiving long-term steroid therapy should gradually reduce the steroid dosage when taking this medicine, and patients with impaired kidney function should start at a low dose and monitor their condition closely. Since the effectiveness of this medication for seasonal allergic rhinitis has not been adequately studied, it should be used with caution, and if ineffective, it is recommended not to take it for an extended period. This medication should not be taken with excessive alcohol consumption or with other antihistamines. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should ideally avoid this medication, and it should only be administered under a doctor's judgment when absolutely necessary. Nursing mothers should also refrain from breastfeeding while taking this medication. Safety has not been established for use in children, so it should be used cautiously in this population. Elderly patients should be careful as the medication may remain in the body for longer due to decreased kidney function. This medication may affect allergy testing, so it is advisable to refrain from taking it prior to tests. When taking the medication, it should be removed from the packaging and ingested, as chewing or swallowing the packaging may risk esophageal injury. Finally, this medication should be kept out of the reach of children, stored away from moisture, and kept at a temperature below 30 degrees Celsius.

Side effects

drowsiness

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

Storage

This medicine should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is advisable to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. This will help to preserve the medication's effectiveness for a longer duration.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White circular film-coated tablet with a score line on one side

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle

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