Bepocin Sterile Eye Drops

Short Description

Bepocin Sterile Eye Drops is an antihistamine used to treat itching associated with inflammation in the eyes caused by allergy.

Dosage Form

Ophthalmic Solution

Introduction

Bepocin Sterile Eye Drops is an antiallergic that works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (histamine) which is responsible for red, itchy, and watery eyes. It is used in the treatment of itching associated with inflammation in the eyes caused due to allergy. Follow your doctor's instructions precisely for administering Bepocin Sterile Eye Drops in the eye. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to returning or worsening.

This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid.

Side Effects

eye irritation headache nasopharyngitis

Alcohol Warning

No interaction found/established

Breastfeeding Warning

Bepocin Sterile Eye Drops is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Bepocin Sterile Eye Drops is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Interacting Medicines

Aprepitant Fosaprepitant Zafirlukast Alprazolam

Bepocin Sterile Eye Drops is an antiallergic that works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (histamine) which is responsible for red, itchy, and watery eyes.

Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after putting the medication. This will prevent the medication from draining out. Try not to blink or rub your eye. Do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye or any other surface. Avoid wearing eye lenses immediately after using Bepocin Sterile Eye Drops. You may wear spectacles instead. Your doctor will be able to advise you on this. Make sure to use Bepocin Sterile Eye Drops within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.