Description

Description

Beceptor 20mg is an oral tablet manufactured by Sami Pharmaceuticals, containing Ebastine as its active ingredient. Supplied as 10 tablets per pack, this higher strength is a second-generation, non-sedating antihistamine often used when standard-dose treatment hasn’t provided sufficient relief from persistent allergy symptoms.

Ingredients

Each film-coated tablet contains 20mg of Ebastine BP, combined with standard pharmaceutical excipients that support the tablet’s formulation and consistent absorption once taken.

Dosage Form

Beceptor 20mg is manufactured as a film-coated oral tablet, packaged 10 tablets per box, meant to be swallowed with a glass of water.

Uses

Beceptor 20mg is used to relieve symptoms of seasonal and year-round allergic rhinitis, including sneezing, nasal congestion, itching, and watery eyes. It is also used to manage chronic urticaria (hives), helping reduce itching, redness, and raised skin welts. This higher strength may be prescribed for patients with more pronounced allergy symptoms or when a doctor determines that the standard 10mg dose isn’t adequately controlling the condition. Ebastine works by selectively blocking histamine at peripheral receptor sites, targeting allergic symptoms while generally causing minimal sedation.

How to Use

Take one tablet daily, with or without food, exactly as directed by your physician. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. As with the lower strength, Beceptor 20mg typically takes between 1 and 3 hours to reach its full therapeutic effect, so it is not suitable for treating sudden or urgent allergic reactions and should instead be used for ongoing allergy symptom management. Continue taking it consistently as prescribed, since stopping early may allow symptoms to return.

Side Effects

Commonly reported effects include headache, dry mouth, and mild fatigue, which may be somewhat more noticeable at this higher strength. Some patients experience dizziness, nausea, or abdominal discomfort. Less commonly, palpitations, rapid heartbeat, or changes in liver function tests have been reported, and any unusual heartbeat, fainting, or persistent digestive symptoms should be discussed with a doctor promptly. Caution is advised in individuals with a personal or family history of heart rhythm abnormalities, particularly at this higher dose.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Beceptor 20mg is generally not recommended during pregnancy, as safety data at this strength remains limited and it is preferable to avoid use as a precautionary measure. It is also not recommended during breastfeeding, since it is not known whether the medicine passes into breast milk. Anyone who is pregnant, planning pregnancy, or nursing should consult their doctor before use.

Storage Instructions

Store Beceptor 20mg tablets at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the tablets in their original packaging until needed, and store them safely out of children’s reach. Do not use tablets beyond their expiry date.

FAQs

When might a doctor prescribe 20mg instead of 10mg?

This higher strength is often chosen when standard-dose treatment hasn’t adequately controlled allergy symptoms, based on your doctor’s clinical assessment.

Does Beceptor 20mg interact with the same medicines as the 10mg dose?

Yes, the same interaction precautions apply regardless of strength, including caution with medicines like ketoconazole, itraconazole, or erythromycin.

Is Beceptor 20mg suitable for long-term allergy management?

Yes, it can be used for ongoing management of persistent allergic conditions, with periodic follow-up recommended to reassess the dose over time.

Can Beceptor 20mg be used for a sudden allergic reaction?

No, since it takes 1 to 3 hours to reach full effect, it is not suitable for urgent allergic reactions.

Disclaimer

Always use this medicine strictly according to your doctor’s instructions and prescribed dosage.