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About Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml

Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml belongs to a class of antihistamines primarily used to treat itching/irritation of the eyes due to allergic conjunctivitis. Allergic conjunctivitis is a common eye inflammation caused by an allergic reaction from allergens, especially during hay fever season. It is the body’s reaction against substances it considers potentially harmful.

Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml contains Bepotastine besilate. It works by blocking the release of histamine, which is responsible for allergic symptoms.

Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml may cause irritation in the eyes, headache, and swelling inside the nose and throat in some cases. Most of these side effects of Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Do not use Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Do not use any other eye medication along with Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml without talking to your doctor. Before using Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml, inform your doctor if you have or ever had glaucoma (increased eye pressure), any other eye problem, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Uses of Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml

Allergic conjunctivitis

Medicinal Benefits

Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml contains Bepotastine besilate, a second-generation antihistamine. It is used to treat itching of the eyes due to allergies. It works by inhibiting the natural substance (histamine) responsible for causing allergic symptoms.

Directions for Use

Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml

  • Mild taste in the mouth
  • Headache
  • Eye irritation
  • Sore throat

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of the ingredients in Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml, other prescription and non-prescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. Please do not stop taking Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml suddenly, as it might worsen your symptoms. To avoid any contamination, avoid touching the tip of the dropper. If you develop/notice a new eye infection or injury, inform your doctor.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: No interaction was established/found.

Drug-Food Interaction:  No interaction was established/found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: No interaction was established/found.

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Visit an optician regularly.
  • Try to include heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid-containing food/drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil.
  • Regular moderate exercise and appropriate rest are important for a speedy recovery.
  • Fruits and vegetables, which contain vitamins A and C, help improve vision.
  • Include dairy foods in your diet that may improve eye health.
  • Indulge yourself in aerobic exercise that relaxes eye muscles and the pressure built inside them.
  • Consume more leafy vegetables, including cabbage, kale, and spinach, that improve eye health and lower the risk of glaucoma.

Special Advise

Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml is intended for use in the eye only. Wash your hands before and after instilling Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Allergic conjunctivitis: Allergic conjunctivitis is a common eye inflammation when the eyes come into contact with an allergen. Symptoms such as itching and redness of the eyes can occur because the overreacting immune system causes the body to release histamine and other active substances. As a result, the blood vessels dilate or expand, irritating the nerve endings. 

About Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml

Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml belongs to a class of antihistamines primarily used to treat itching/irritation of the eyes due to allergic conjunctivitis. Allergic conjunctivitis is a common eye inflammation caused by an allergic reaction from allergens, especially during hay fever season. It is the body’s reaction against substances it considers potentially harmful.

Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml contains Bepotastine besilate. It works by blocking the release of histamine, which is responsible for allergic symptoms.

Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml may cause irritation in the eyes, headache, and swelling inside the nose and throat in some cases. Most of these side effects of Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Do not use Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Do not use any other eye medication along with Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml without talking to your doctor. Before using Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml, inform your doctor if you have or ever had glaucoma (increased eye pressure), any other eye problem, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

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Consume Type

OPHTHALMIC

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Uses of Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml

Allergic conjunctivitis

Medicinal Benefits

Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml contains Bepotastine besilate, a second-generation antihistamine. It is used to treat itching of the eyes due to allergies. It works by inhibiting the natural substance (histamine) responsible for causing allergic symptoms.

Side Effects of Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml

  • Mild taste in the mouth
  • Headache
  • Eye irritation
  • Sore throat

Directions for Use

Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of the ingredients in Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml, other prescription and non-prescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. Please do not stop taking Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml suddenly, as it might worsen your symptoms. To avoid any contamination, avoid touching the tip of the dropper. If you develop/notice a new eye infection or injury, inform your doctor.

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHALMOLOGIC AGENTS

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Visit an optician regularly.
  • Try to include heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid-containing food/drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil.
  • Regular moderate exercise and appropriate rest are important for a speedy recovery.
  • Fruits and vegetables, which contain vitamins A and C, help improve vision.
  • Include dairy foods in your diet that may improve eye health.
  • Indulge yourself in aerobic exercise that relaxes eye muscles and the pressure built inside them.
  • Consume more leafy vegetables, including cabbage, kale, and spinach, that improve eye health and lower the risk of glaucoma.

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml is intended for use in the eye only. Wash your hands before and after instilling Beporest 1.5%W/V Eye Drops 5ml.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Allergic conjunctivitis: Allergic conjunctivitis is a common eye inflammation when the eyes come into contact with an allergen. Symptoms such as itching and redness of the eyes can occur because the overreacting immune system causes the body to release histamine and other active substances. As a result, the blood vessels dilate or expand, irritating the nerve endings.