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Beptamin Tablet 10mg (Bepotastine Besilate)

Beptamin Tablet 10mg (Bepotastine Besilate)

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

MFDS item code 201900680 · Approved 2019.01.25 · Insurance code 655404070

Summary

Main use
Relief of perennial allergic rhinitis, chronic urticaria, and itching associated with skin conditions (e.g., eczema)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Usually, adults are administered 10mg per dose orally twice daily as bepotastine besilate. The dosage may be adjusted appropriately according to age and symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Il Sung IS Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of perennial allergic rhinitis, chronic urticaria, and itching associated with skin conditions (e.g., eczema)

  • Perennial allergic rhinitis
  • chronic urticaria
  • pruritus
  • eczema
  • dermatitis
  • skin pruritus
  • urticaria.
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This medication is used to relieve itching associated with various skin conditions, including perennial allergic rhinitis, chronic urticaria, and conditions like eczema or dermatitis.

How to take

Adult dose

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

Precautions

This medication should not be used in patients with allergic reactions to its components. It should be used with caution in patients with impaired renal function, decreased liver function, and elderly patients. In clinical trials, symptoms such as drowsiness, headache, dizziness, dry mouth, vomiting, and diarrhea have been reported. Changes in blood counts, increased liver enzymes, renal dysfunction, and skin rashes may also occur. Drowsiness may occur while taking this medication, so caution is advised when driving or operating hazardous machinery. If a patient who has undergone long-term steroid treatment takes this medication, the steroid dosage should be reduced slowly. Patients with diminished renal function may experience elevated plasma drug concentrations, so starting with a low dose is recommended, and adjustments or discontinuation may be necessary if adverse symptoms appear. The efficacy of this medication has not been sufficiently studied in patients with seasonal allergic rhinitis; therefore, caution should be exercised, and it is advisable to administer it according to the season when symptoms occur. If no effect is observed, it is advisable not to continue taking it for an extended period. This medication should not be taken with other antihistamines or alcohol. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant are advised not to use this medication, and it should be decided after consulting a doctor if absolutely necessary. Women who are breastfeeding should also avoid taking this medication, and if unavoidable, breastfeeding should be avoided. The safety for children has not been fully established. Elderly patients should be cautious as their renal function may be impaired, increasing plasma drug concentrations. This medication may affect allergy tests, so it is advisable not to take it before testing. When taking the medication, it should be removed from the packaging and swallowed, ensuring that the packaging is not swallowed with it. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children and stored in a cool, dry place below 30 degrees Celsius.

Side effects

  • Drowsiness
  • lethargy
  • headache
  • heaviness in the head
  • dizziness
  • dry mouth
  • xerostomia
  • glossitis
  • nausea
  • vomiting
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  • stomach pain
  • gastric discomfort
  • diarrhea
  • variations in white blood cell count
  • eosinophilia
  • elevated AST (GOT)
  • elevated ALT (GPT)
  • elevated r-GTP
  • elevated LDH
  • elevated total bilirubin
  • urine protein
  • urine glucose
  • urine hematuria
  • urine urobilinogen
  • rash
  • swelling
  • facial edema
  • palpitations
  • facial flushing
  • bitter taste

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

Storage

This medication is susceptible to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. The optimal storage temperature is between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White film-coated tablet with a score line

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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