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Bepf Tablets (Bepotastine Besilate)

Bepf Tablets (Bepotastine Besilate)

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

MFDS item code 202204553 · Approved 2022.12.21 · Insurance code 648508070

Summary

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

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Shinpoong Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of chronic urticaria, perennial allergic rhinitis, and itching associated with skin conditions

  • Perennial allergic rhinitis
  • chronic urticaria
  • pruritus
  • eczema
  • dermatitis
  • skin itching
  • urticaria
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This medication is used to relieve itching associated with perennial allergic rhinitis, chronic urticaria, as well as 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 never be administered to patients with an allergic reaction to its components. Additionally, since this medication contains lactose, it should not be used by patients who are genetically unable to digest lactose. Patients with kidney or liver dysfunction, or the elderly, should exercise particular caution when using this medication, and dosage adjustment may be necessary. Taking this medication may cause side effects such as drowsiness, headache, dizziness, dry mouth, indigestion, and skin rash. If any unusual symptoms occur, it's essential to consult a doctor immediately. Caution is advised when driving or operating dangerous machinery, as drowsiness may occur. Patients who have been on long-term steroid treatment should gradually reduce their steroid dosage when taking this medication, and those with reduced kidney function should start with a low dosage for safety. This medication should be used according to specific seasonal allergy symptoms; if it is ineffective, prolonged use is not recommended. Taking it with other antihistamines or alcohol may exacerbates side effects, so it should not be taken together. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, as well as those who are breastfeeding, must consult a doctor before taking this medication, and it is advisable to avoid use if possible. Safety in children has not been adequately confirmed, so caution is required when administering it to children. This medication can affect the results of allergy tests; therefore, it is recommended not to take it before testing. Finally, keep this medication out of reach of children and do not transfer it to other containers to ensure safety and maintain the quality of the drug.

Side effects

  • Drowsiness
  • lethargy
  • headache
  • heaviness in the head
  • dizziness
  • dry mouth
  • dry mucous membranes
  • glossitis
  • nausea
  • vomiting
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  • abdominal pain
  • discomfort in the upper abdomen
  • diarrhea
  • fluctuation in white blood cell count
  • eosinophilia
  • increased AST
  • increased ALT
  • elevated r-GTP
  • elevated LDH
  • increased total bilirubin
  • urine protein
  • urine glucose
  • urine hematuria
  • urine urobilinogen
  • rash
  • swelling
  • nasopharyngitis
  • upper abdominal pain
  • elevated blood bilirubin
  • detection of leukocytes in urine
  • lymphadenitis
  • cervical stenosis
  • nasal dryness
  • dyspepsia
  • hives
  • thirst
  • abdominal discomfort
  • facial edema
  • increased SGOT
  • increased SGPT
  • palpitations
  • facial flushing
  • bitter taste
  • sensory impairment
  • contusion
  • tremor
  • constipation
  • folliculitis
  • peripheral edema
  • generalized edema
  • erythema
  • pruritus
  • frequent urination
  • peripheral coldness

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

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. The recommended storage temperature is between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the medication's effectiveness and safety.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

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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