Samsung Bephotastin Tablets (Bephotastine Besilate)

Adult dose

The usual dose for adults is 10mg of bepotastine besilate orally twice daily. Adjust the dose appropriately according to age and symptoms.

This medication should not be used in patients with an allergic reaction to its components. It should be used with caution in patients with impaired kidney function, liver problems, and in the elderly. Various side effects such as drowsiness, headache, dizziness, dry mouth, vomiting, diarrhea, and skin rash may occur, so if any unusual symptoms appear, consult a doctor immediately. It is advisable to avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery during treatment, as drowsiness may occur. In patients who have been receiving long-term steroid treatment and are taking this medication, the dosage of the steroid should be reduced gradually according to a doctor’s instructions. Patients with reduced kidney function may have increased blood concentrations of this medication, so it should be started at a low dose and monitored closely. Due to insufficient studies on patients with seasonal allergic rhinitis, it is advisable to consider the timing of common allergy seasons when starting and stopping this medication. If no effect is seen, long-term use should be avoided. Excessive alcohol consumption along with other antihistamines should be avoided. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant are advised not to use this medication, and if it is absolutely necessary, consultation with a doctor is required. Breastfeeding women are also advised to avoid breastfeeding while taking this medication. Safety for children has not been sufficiently verified, so it should be used cautiously in pediatric patients. Elderly patients may have reduced kidney function, increasing the risk of elevated concentration of this medication, so caution is advised. Taking this medication before tests that identify allergenic substances may affect test results, so it is better not to take it before the test. This medication should be taken out of its packaging for use, ensuring not to swallow the packaging, as doing so may cause esophageal damage or serious complications. Finally, this medication should be stored out of reach of children, in a cool and dry place at a temperature below 30 degrees Celsius.

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

This medication may be sensitive to air and humidity, so it must be stored in a tightly closed container. It is recommended to maintain the storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This will help preserve the efficacy of the medication for a longer period.

Appearance

White, film-coated tablet with a dividing line

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle