What is Epinastine: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

What is Epinastine: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated May 14, 2025 • Published Dec 30, 2020

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Epinastine overview

BRAND NAMES:

Elestat

Generic Names:

Epinastine Hcl

Uses:

Helps prevent itching caused by allergic conjunctivitis.

Therapeutic Classes:

Ophthalmologic Agent

Forms:

Solution

How it’s taken:

Into the eye

What is Epinastine used for?

What form(s) does Epinastine come in

Solution

What are common Epinastine doses?

Bottle 5ML of 0.05%

Common Epinastine prescriptions

Epinastine HCl
5ml of 0.05% bottle

How to take Epinastine

Use your medicine as directed.
If you wear contact lenses, remove them before you use this medicine.
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.
After you use this medicine, wait 10 minutes before you put in your contact lenses.
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.
After you use this medicine, wait 10 minutes before you put in your contact lenses.
Use your medicine as directed.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
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.
Ophthalmic routeLie down or tilt your head back. With your index finger, pull down the lower lid of your eye to form a pocket.
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.
If you wear contact lenses, remove them before you use this medicine.

What to do if you miss a dose of Epinastine

Epinastine contraindications

This medicine is generally considered safe for most people. Talk to your doctor if you have concerns.

Epinastine warnings

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Do not use this medicine to treat redness or irritation that is caused by wearing contact lenses.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Epinastine interactions

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Do not use this medicine to treat redness or irritation that is caused by wearing contact lenses.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Epinastine side effects

Serious Side Effects

Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Increased itching, redness, or irritation of your eyes or eyelids
Burning in your eyes

Less Serious Side Effects

Cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose