Bepreve

Generic name: Bepotastine Ophthalmic
Brand names: Bepreve
Drug class: Ophthalmic antihistamines and decongestants

Usage of Bepreve

Bepreve is an antihistamine eye drop that helps reduce the amount of the natural chemical histamine. Histamine can produce symptoms of itching or watery eyes.

Bepreve is used to treat itchy eyes caused by allergies.

Bepreve eye drops should not be used to treat eye discomfort caused by wearing contact lenses.

Bepreve side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to Bepreve: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using Bepreve and call your doctor at once if you have severe eye irritation when using the eye drops.

Common Bepreve side effects may include:

mild eye irritation;

stuffy nose, sore throat;

headache; or

unusual or unpleasant taste in your mouth.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Bepreve

When using Bepreve eye drops tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

Bepreve is not approved for use by anyone younger than 2 years old.

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How to use Bepreve

Usual Adult Dose for Allergic Conjunctivitis:

Instill 1 drop into the affected eye(s) twice a day Use: For the treatment of itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis.

Usual Pediatric Dose for Allergic Conjunctivitis:

2 years or older: Instill 1 drop into the affected eye(s) twice a day Use: For the treatment of itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis.

Warnings

You should not use Bepreve if you are allergic to Bepotastine.

Do not use this medication while wearing contact lenses. Bepreve may contain a preservative that can discolor soft contact lenses. Wait at least 10 minutes after using bepotastine before putting in your contact lenses.

Do not allow the dropper tip to touch any surface, including the eyes or hands. If the dropper becomes contaminated it could cause an infection in your eye, which can lead to vision loss or serious damage to the eye.

Stop using these eye drops and call your doctor at once if you have severe eye irritation when using the eye drops.

What other drugs will affect Bepreve

Medicine used in the eyes is not likely to be affected by other drugs you use. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

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