What is Bepreve: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated May 14, 2025  •  Published Dec 30, 2020

Bepreve overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • Bepreve

Generic Names:

  • Bepreve

Uses:

  • Treats itching of the eye caused by allergies.

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Ophthalmologic Agent

Forms:

  • Liquid, Drop

How it’s taken:

  • Into the eye

What is Bepreve used for?

What form(s) does Bepreve come in

  • Liquid

  • Drop

What are common Bepreve doses?

  • Bottle 5ML of 1.5%

  • Bottle 10ML of 1.5%

Common Bepreve prescriptions

  • Bepreve
    10ml of 1.5% bottle

  • Bepreve
    5ml of 1.5% bottle

How to take Bepreve

  • Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

  • Ophthalmic routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after using this medicine.

  • Ophthalmic routeShake the eye drops well just before each use.

  • Ophthalmic routeLie down or tilt your head back. With your index finger, pull down the lower lid of your eye to form a pocket.

  • Ophthalmic routeTo use the eye drops: Hold the dropper close to your eye with the other hand. Drop the correct number of drops into the pocket made between your lower lid and eyeball. Gently close your eyes. Place your index finger over the inner corner of your eye for 1 minute. Do not rinse or wipe the dropper or allow it to touch anything, including your eye. Put the cap on the bottle right away. Keep the bottle upright when you are not using it.

  • Remove your contact lenses before you put the drops in your eyes. Wait at least 10 minutes after you use this medicine before you put your contact lenses back in. Do not wear contact lenses if your eyes are red.

  • Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

  • Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep the bottle upright when you are not using it.

  • Ophthalmic routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after using this medicine.

  • Ophthalmic routeTo use the eye drops: Hold the dropper close to your eye with the other hand. Drop the correct number of drops into the pocket made between your lower lid and eyeball. Gently close your eyes. Place your index finger over the inner corner of your eye for 1 minute. Do not rinse or wipe the dropper or allow it to touch anything, including your eye. Put the cap on the bottle right away. Keep the bottle upright when you are not using it.

  • Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

  • Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep the bottle upright when you are not using it.

  • Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

  • Ophthalmic routeLie down or tilt your head back. With your index finger, pull down the lower lid of your eye to form a pocket.

  • Ophthalmic routeShake the eye drops well just before each use.

  • Remove your contact lenses before you put the drops in your eyes. Wait at least 10 minutes after you use this medicine before you put your contact lenses back in. Do not wear contact lenses if your eyes are red.

What to do if you miss a dose of Bepreve

Bepreve contraindications

  • This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to bepotastine.

Bepreve warnings

  • Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.

  • Ophthalmic routeIf you hurt your eye, develop an eye infection, or need to have eye surgery, talk with your doctor right away. You may need to change your medicine or stop using it.

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

  • Do not use this medicine for irritation caused by contact lenses.

Bepreve interactions

  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

  • Do not use this medicine for irritation caused by contact lenses.

  • Ophthalmic routeIf you hurt your eye, develop an eye infection, or need to have eye surgery, talk with your doctor right away. You may need to change your medicine or stop using it.

  • Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Bepreve side effects

Serious Side Effects

  • Redness, soreness, or other eye irritation

  • Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing

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