Bamipine Lactate
Bamipine Lactate is a first-generation antihistamine medication used primarily for the treatment of allergic conditions. As an H1 receptor antagonist, it works by blocking histamine effects in the body. This medication is typically prescribed for allergic reactions including hay fever, urticaria, and other hypersensitivity disorders.
Bamipine Lactate is an antihistamine used to treat allergic conditions by blocking H1 histamine receptors.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 236530
- Generic
- Bamipine Lactate
- Class
- pin-variant
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Dosage and administration
- Usual dose
- 500mg twice daily
- Maximum
- consult physician
- Frequency
- every 12 hours
- Instructions
- Follow physician instructions
- Duration limits
- as prescribed
- Monitoring
- standard
- Usual dose
- 250mg twice daily
- Maximum
- consult physician
- Frequency
- every 12 hours
- Instructions
- Follow physician instructions
- Duration limits
- as prescribed
- Monitoring
- standard
- Usual dose
- 400mg daily
- Maximum
- consult physician
- Frequency
- once daily
- Instructions
- Follow physician instructions
- Duration limits
- as prescribed
- Monitoring
- standard
Overdose information
Special Populations
8 groupspregnancy
first trimesteravoid if possible
use only if benefits outweigh potential risks to fetus
regular prenatal checkups
Use with caution and monitor for adverse effects.
pregnancy
third trimesteravoid close to delivery
avoid use near term due to potential effects on fetus
fetal monitoring in late pregnancy
Use with caution and monitor for adverse effects.
lactation
breastfeedinguse lowest effective dose
avoid or discontinue breastfeeding during treatment
monitor infant for excessive drowsiness
Use with caution and monitor for adverse effects.
geriatric
elderlyreduce dose
start with lowest dose, monitor for sedation and anticholinergic effects
monitor for dizziness, falls, cognitive impairment
Use with caution and monitor for adverse effects.
pediatric_age
children under 12weight-based dosing
use under medical supervision, avoid in very young children
monitor for paradoxical excitation
Use with caution and monitor for adverse effects.
renal_impairment
mildno adjustment needed
monitor renal function periodically
check creatinine clearance
Use with caution and monitor for adverse effects.
renal_impairment
severereduce dose by 50%
use with caution, consider extended dosing intervals
Use with caution and monitor for adverse effects.
hepatic_impairment
moderate to severereduce dose
use with caution due to reduced metabolism
monitor liver function tests
Use with caution and monitor for adverse effects.
Statistics and clinical data
Drug class
Antihistamine medication classification
Common uses
Therapeutic indications
Mechanism of action
Primary pharmacological mechanism
Treatment of allergic conditions such as hay fever (seasonal allergic rhinitis), urticaria (hives), pruritus (itching), and other hypersensitivity reactions. May also be used for allergic skin conditions and as adjunctive therapy in anaphylactic reactions.
Bamipine Lactate is a piperidine-derived H1 receptor antagonist that competitively blocks histamine at H1 receptor sites, preventing histamine-mediated allergic symptoms including itching, swelling, and vasodilation.
First-generation antihistamines may cause drowsiness. Use with caution in patients with glaucoma, urinary retention, or cardiovascular conditions. Avoid alcohol and CNS depressants while taking this medication. Consult healthcare provider before use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Contraindications
Conditions and patient states where this medication should be avoided or used with caution.
Do not use (1)
Known allergy to this medication or its components
Use caution (1)
Consult healthcare provider for benefits vs risks assessment
Official drug label
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 24, 2026. · Read our editorial policy