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Bepotastine Besilate Sustained Release Tablet (Bepotastine Besilate)

Bepotastine Besilate Sustained Release Tablet (Bepotastine Besilate)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Bepotastine Besylate›12.22mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Myungmoon Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White round film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202204552 · Approved 2022.12.21 · Insurance code 649808090

Summary

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

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Myungmoon Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of perennial allergic rhinitis, itching associated with skin conditions (such as eczema), and chronic urticaria

  • Perennial allergic rhinitis
  • chronic urticaria
  • pruritus
  • eczema
  • dermatitis
  • pruritus
  • urticaria
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This medication is used to alleviate itching associated with skin conditions such as perennial allergic rhinitis and chronic urticaria. It also helps to improve itching symptoms caused by various skin disorders such as eczema, dermatitis, pruritus, and urticaria.

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 contains lactose, so patients with genetic disorders that inhibit lactose digestion should not take it. Patients with poor kidney or liver function, as well as elderly patients, should use this medication with caution. Be aware that side effects like drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea may occur while taking this medication. Take care when performing hazardous activities like driving or operating machinery as drowsiness may occur. Patients who have been receiving long-term steroid treatment should gradually reduce the steroid dosage when starting this medication. Patients with reduced kidney function may experience elevated blood concentrations of this medication, so it is recommended to start with a low dosage and reduce or discontinue the dosage if any adverse effects occur. For patients with seasonal allergic rhinitis, it is advisable to start taking this medication before symptoms appear and continue until symptoms resolve. If effectiveness is not observed, it is preferable to avoid long-term use. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking this medication in conjunction with other antihistamines. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should preferably avoid this medication and consult a physician if it is necessary. Nursing women should also avoid breastfeeding while taking this medication. Children and the elderly should use this medication with caution as its safety has not been sufficiently established or due to reduced bodily functions. This medication may affect allergy testing, so it is advisable not to take it prior to allergy tests. Keep out of reach of children and do not transfer to another container for safety.

Side effects

  • Drowsiness
  • lethargy
  • headache
  • heaviness
  • dizziness
  • dry mouth
  • xerostomia
  • stomatitis
  • nausea
  • vomiting
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  • stomach pain
  • discomfort in the upper abdomen
  • diarrhea
  • fluctuation in white blood cell count
  • eosinophilia
  • elevated AST
  • elevated ALT
  • elevated r-GTP
  • elevated LDH
  • elevated total bilirubin
  • urinary protein
  • urinary glucose
  • hematuria
  • urobilinogen
  • rash
  • hypersensitivity reaction with swelling
  • nasopharyngitis
  • upper abdominal pain
  • elevated bilirubin in the blood
  • urinary leukocyte detection
  • lymphadenitis
  • cervical spinal stenosis
  • nasal dryness
  • indigestion
  • hives
  • thirst
  • abdominal discomfort
  • facial edema
  • elevated SGOT
  • palpitations
  • facial flushing
  • bitter taste
  • sensory loss
  • contusion
  • tremor
  • constipation
  • folliculitis
  • peripheral edema
  • generalized edema
  • erythema
  • pruritus
  • increased frequency of urination
  • peripheral coldness

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

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it must be stored in a sealed container. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature to safely preserve the medication's efficacy.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle

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