BEPREVE (BEPOTASTINE BESILATE OPHTHALMIC SOLUTION)
The generic alternative is not manufactured by the company that makes the brand product.
Bepreve Works Two Ways to Relieve Allergic Conjunctivitis Symptoms
Whether you are bothered by seasonal or year-round allergies, you can obtain relief from red, itchy, watery eyes with Bepreve. It’s bad enough that you may find it difficult to enjoy spring and summer outdoors due to the pollen content and mold spores; dust mites, pet dander, and other indoor allergens can seriously affect your lifestyle year-round unless your doctor prescribes Bepreve. One drop in each eye, twice a day and you are good to go and enjoy so many activities.
How Bepreve Works
Bepreve contains Bepotastine Besilate Ophthalmic Solution, which is an anti histamine and mast cell stabilizer. When instilled in your eyes, Bepreve covers the layer of tissue that lines the white part of your eyeball and inside the eyelids called the conjunctiva. As it is absorbed, Bepotastine Besilate blocks the histamine 1 receptor which prevents it from being activated and releasing certain chemicals that produce the redness, itchiness, and inflammation of your eyes. In addition, Bepreve stabilizes the mast cell membrane in order to prevent the release of histamine and other mediators that cause your allergy symptoms.
How Do You Become Allergic to Something?
Your immune system is your body guard that works 24/7 to be ready for threats and launch an attack at the first indication you are under threat from bacteria, parasites, or other dangers. When you come into contact with something foreign or abnormal , your immune system goes through a complex process to produce millions of antibodies that work to recognize that you have encountered this threat before and triggers your immune response. This involves many substances that are meant to locate, isolate, and subdue the threat so it cannot cause further harm before it is destroyed. This causes you to experience inflammation, swelling, redness, pain, and other symptoms that are part of the healing process.
Before You Use Bepreve
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or are breast feeding so you know whether Bepreve is safe. Discuss other medical conditions or allergies you have and list all OTC and Rx drugs you currently take or use, including herbal, vitamin, and dietary supplements, so the doctor can determine if Bepreve is right for you. The combination of an antihistamine and mast cell stabilizer in Bepreve can be prescribed for year-round relief as it is well tolerated when used as directed.
Proper Use of Bepreve
Keep all medications out of children’s reach and do not share with anyone other than who it is intended for. Avoid operating a vehicle or attempting any task that may be unsafe if your vision is temporarily impaired. If symptoms do not subside after several days, revisit your doctor for further instructions.
Possible Common Side Effects of Bepreve
- Mild taste (temporary)
- Irritation
- Headache
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