Karyon Tablets 10 mg (Befotastine Besilate)

Adult dose

The usual adult dose is 10mg of bepotastine besilate orally twice daily. The dose may be adjusted as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

This medicine should not be used by individuals who are allergic to any of its components. Caution is advised when administering this medication to patients with impaired kidney or liver function, and to elderly individuals. During the use of this medication, symptoms such as drowsiness, headache, dizziness may occur, as well as gastrointestinal issues like vomiting or diarrhea. Blood counts or liver function levels may change, and hypersensitivity reactions such as skin rashes or swelling may also occur. Care should be taken when engaging in activities such as driving or operating machinery while taking this medication. If the patient has been undergoing long-term steroid treatment, the steroid dosage should be reduced gradually while taking this medication. Patients with decreased kidney function may have elevated blood levels of this medication, so it is advisable to start at a lower dose and monitor the condition carefully. The efficacy of this medication for patients with seasonal allergic rhinitis has not been sufficiently studied, hence it is advisable to consider the season when administering. If no effect is observed from this medication, it is preferable to avoid long-term use. Excessive alcohol consumption with other antihistamines should be avoided. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant are advised against using this medication unless deemed necessary by a doctor. Breastfeeding women should also avoid taking this medication, or should refrain from breastfeeding while using it. The safety of this medication has not been sufficiently established for children, hence its use is not recommended. Elderly patients should use this medication cautiously due to the risk of increased drug concentration from decreased kidney function. This medication may affect allergy testing, so it is advisable not to take it prior to undergoing skin allergy tests. When taking the medication, it should be removed from the packaging before use, and care should be taken not to swallow the packaging whole. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and kept in a tightly closed container away from humidity at temperatures below 30 degrees Celsius.

drowsiness

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air or moisture from entering. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

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

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle