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Bepostar Sustained Release Tablet (Bepotastine Salicylate)

Bepostar Sustained Release Tablet (Bepotastine Salicylate)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Bepotastine Salicylate›11.78mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Daewon Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White round film-coated tablets
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201803122 · Approved 2018.07.30 · Insurance code 671806650

Summary

Main use
Relief of allergic rhinitis, chronic urticaria, and itching due to skin disorders (such as eczema)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Take 1 tablet once daily after a meal.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Daewon Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of allergic rhinitis, chronic urticaria, and itching due to skin disorders (such as eczema)

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

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Take 1 tablet once daily after a meal.

Precautions

This medication should not be used by patients who are allergic to any of its components. It also contains lactose, so it should not be administered to patients with genetic diseases that prevent lactose breakdown. Caution is advised when using this medication in patients with impaired kidney or liver function, and in elderly patients. Patients should be aware that side effects such as drowsiness, headache, dizziness, dry mouth, indigestion, and diarrhea may occur while taking this medication. Particularly, drowsiness may occur, so caution is needed when driving or operating hazardous machinery. Patients who have been undergoing long-term steroid treatment should gradually manage the reduction of steroid dosage when taking this medication. Patients with decreased kidney function may have increased blood levels of this medication, so they should start with a low dose and be closely monitored. For patients with seasonal allergic rhinitis, it is advisable to consider the season and administer the medication at the appropriate time. If there is no effect, it is preferable not to use it for a prolonged period. Like other antihistamines, this medication should not be taken with alcohol. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should avoid this medication and consult a physician if it is necessary. Breastfeeding women should also avoid taking this medication for safety. Safety has not been established for use in children, so it should be used cautiously. Elderly patients may require caution due to potential increases in drug concentration from decreased kidney function. This medication may affect allergy test results, so it is advisable not to take it before allergy testing. Finally, this medication should be stored out of reach of children and care should be taken to avoid transferring it to other containers.

Side effects

  • Drowsiness
  • lethargy
  • headache
  • heaviness in the head
  • dizziness
  • dry mouth
  • dry oral mucosa
  • glossitis
  • nausea
  • vomiting
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  • stomach pain
  • discomfort in the upper abdomen
  • diarrhea
  • changes in white blood cell count
  • eosinophilia
  • increased AST
  • increased ALT
  • increased r-GTP
  • increased LDH
  • elevated total bilirubin
  • urinary protein
  • urinary glucose
  • urinary hematuria
  • urinary urobilinogen
  • rash
  • allergic reaction with swelling
  • nasopharyngitis
  • upper abdominal pain
  • elevated serum bilirubin
  • detection of white blood cells in urine
  • lymphadenitis
  • cervical stenosis
  • nasal dryness
  • dyspepsia
  • urticaria
  • thirst
  • abdominal discomfort
  • facial swelling
  • increased SGOT
  • increased SGPT
  • palpitations
  • facial flushing
  • bitter taste
  • sensory reduction
  • bruising
  • tremor
  • constipation
  • folliculitis
  • peripheral edema
  • generalized edema
  • erythema
  • pruritus
  • frequent urination
  • peripheral cold sensation

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, and should be kept at a temperature between 1°C and 30°C at room temperature. Storing it this way helps maintain its effectiveness for longer.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle

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