Bepotastine

When should one not use Bepotastine

Common side effects of this drug are:

• Mild taste after instillation
• Irritation
• Headache
• Infection of the nose and throat

Other General Warnings

• Your eyes may get red due to contact lenses; this medicine should not be used to treat any irritation caused by contact lenses.
• If you experience irritation, pain, redness of the eye and vision changes occur or your condition worsens, you may need to discontinue the treatment.
• Contact lenses should be removed before each application and may be inserted after 15 minutes.
• Avoid contamination or possible eye injury, do not touch the tip of the bottle or vial to any surface and avoid contact with the eye.
• Use the solution within one month after opening the container.
• If you accidentally ingest or swallow this medicine, contact your doctor or visit the hospital immediately.

How Does It Work?

Interactions with other medicines

• Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines. Bepotastine may affect the way other medicines work.
• You should always inform the doctor if you are taking any other medicines, herbal preparation and supplements to avoid any interaction.
• If you use another eye drop product concomitantly with Bepotastine, keep a minimum gap of 15 minutes between the instillation of two medicines.

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