Indications |
Ophthalmic Allergic conjunctivitis Adult: As hydrochloride: Instill 1 drop of 0.05% soln into each eye bid. Child: As hydrochloride: ≥3 yrs: Same as adult dose. |
Contraindications |
Hypersensitivity. |
Warnings / Precautions |
Pregnancy, lactation. Contact lenses should be removed prior to use since the formulation may contain benzalkonium chloride. It may be re-inserted after 10 min. Childn <3 yrs. |
Adverse Reactions |
Headache; burning sensation, folliculosis, hyperaemia, pruritus; cough, pharyngitis, rhinitis, sinusitis. |
Mechanism of Actions |
Epinastine is a selective H1-receptor antagonist. It blocks release of histamine from mast cells. |
ATC Classification |
R06AX24 - epinastine ; Belongs to the class of other antihistamines for systemic use. S01GX10 - epinastine ; Belongs to the class of other ophthalmologic antiallergics. |
Available As |
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Epinastine
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Epinastine Containing Brands
Epinastine is used in following diseases
Drug - Drug Interactions of Epinastine
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