Epigen

Epigen Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.

Epigen is a topically active antihistamine that antagonizes both histamine H1 and H2 receptors. Moreover, it has mast cell stabilizing activity and prevents the release of inflammatory mediators from blood vessel. Epigen does not penetrate the blood-brain barrier and therefore is not expected to induce side effects of the central nervous system.

Epigen is an antihistamine and an inhibitor of histamine release from the mast cell for topical administration to the eyes. Epigen is indicated for the prevention of itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis. Epigen is a topically active, direct H1-receptor antagonist and an inhibitor of the release of histamine from the mast cell. Epigen is selective for the histamine H1-receptor and has affinity for the histamine H2 receptor. Epigen also possesses affinity for the a1-, a2-, and 5-HT2 -receptors. Epigen does not penetrate the blood/brain barrier and, therefore, is not expected to induce side effects of the central nervous system.

Trade Name Epigen
Availability Prescription only
Generic Epinastine
Epinastine Other Names Epinastin, Epinastina, Epinastine, épinastine, Epinastinum
Related Drugs prednisone, cetirizine ophthalmic, dexamethasone ophthalmic, prednisolone ophthalmic, azelastine ophthalmic, doxylamine
Weight 0.5mg/ml,
Type Eye Drops, Moisturisinbar
Formula C16H15N3
Weight Average: 249.3104
Monoisotopic: 249.126597495
Protein binding

64%

Groups Approved, Investigational
Therapeutic Class Ophthalmic Non-Steroid drugs
Manufacturer General Pharmaceuticals Ltd, Resilient Cosmeceuticals Private Limited
Available Country Bangladesh, India
Last Updated: September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am
Epigen
Epigen

Uses

Epigen ophthalmic solution is used for the prevention of itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis.

Epigen is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Seasonal Allergic Conjunctivitis

How Epigen works

Epigen has a multiaction effect that inhibits the allergic response in 3 ways: 1. stabilizes mast cells by preventing mast cell degranulation to control the allergic response, 2. prevents histamine binding to both the H1- and H2-receptors to stop itching and provide lasting protection, and 3. prevents the release of proinflammatory chemical mediators from the blood vessel to halt progression of the allergic response.

Dosage

Epigen dosage

The recommended dosage is one drop in each eye twice a day. Treatment should be continued throughout the period of exposure (i.e., until the pollen season is over or until exposure to the offending allergen is terminated), even when symptoms are absent.

Side Effects

Most frequently reported side effects are mild burning sensation, folliculosis, hyperemia, pruritus, cold symptoms and upper respiratory infections.

Precaution

For ophthalmic use only, Patients should be advised not to wear contact lenses if their eye is red.

Food Interaction

No interactions found.

Elimination Route

The absolute bioavailability of epinastine is about 40%.

Half Life

12 hours

Clearance

  • 56 L/hr [patients with allergic conjunctivitis receiving one drop of ELESTAT® ophthalmic solution in each eye twice daily for seven days]

Elimination Route

Epigen is mainly excreted unchanged. The renal elimination is mainly via active tubular secretion.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding use

Use in pregnancy: There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. Epigen should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.

Use in lactation: It is not known whether Epigen is excreted in human milk. Caution should be exercised when Epigen is administered to a nursing mother.

Contraindication

Contraindicated in patients who are hypersensitive to Epigen or to any of the components of Epigen Hydrochloride.

Special Warning

Pediatric Use: Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients below the age of 3 years have not been established.

Geriatric Use: No overall differences in safety or effectiveness have been observed between elderly and younger patients.

Storage Condition

Store in a cool and dry place, away from light. Keep out of reach of children.

Innovators Monograph

You find simplified version here Epigen

Epigen contains Epinastine see full prescribing information from innovator Epigen Monograph, Epigen MSDS, Epigen FDA label

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