Bepotastine besilate
Allergy · Rx
Trade namesBepreve
Drug classAntihistamine + mast-cell stabilizer (dual-acting)
Strength1.5%
AvailabilityRx
Mechanism of actionSelective H1-antagonist; stabilizes mast cells and suppresses eosinophil migration.
Indication / reason for useOcular itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis.
Usual adult dosing1 drop in each eye twice daily.
PreservativeBAK 0.005%
Contact lensesRemove lenses; reinsert after 10 min.
Common / important adverse effectsMild taste on instillation, eye irritation, headache, nasopharyngitis.
Contraindications & cautionsHypersensitivity.
Pregnancy / lactationLimited data.
Chair-side reference only. Dosing, contraindications and pregnancy guidance here are not exhaustive. Confirm against the current prescribing information and the patient’s full history before prescribing or advising.