Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free)

Epinastine (0.05% w/v)

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Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free) is an antihistaminic medication. It is used to treat inflammation of eyes (redness and swelling) caused due to various allergies. It is used to relieve symptoms like watery, itchy, red, swollen eyes or eyelids due to allergic conjunctivitis.

Written By Dr. Nikita Saini, MBA, MDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Dheeraj Kumar Sharma, PhD, M.Pharm,
Last updated on 14 Oct 2026 | 01:02 AM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Epinastine (0.05% w/v)

Marketer

Protech Remedies Private Limited

Storage

Store below 25°C

Preservative

Oxychloro Complex

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Product introduction

Follow your doctor’s instructions precisely for administering Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free) in the eye. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the returning or worsening.

Commonly seen side effects seen with this medicine include temporary eye irritation and burning sensation after administration. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. It may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use, so not drive until your vision is clear.

Uses of Epigaze Eye Drop

Allergic eye disease

Benefits of Epigaze Eye Drop

Allergic eye disease
Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free) helps relieve symptoms of allergic eye disease such as redness, swelling, itching, and watering of eyes. This medicine works by decreasing the production of certain chemicals that cause inflammation of the eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. Use it as prescribed to get the most benefit. If you see no improvement even after 2 weeks, talk to your doctor.

Side effects of Epigaze Eye Drop

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Epigaze

Eye irritation
Burning eyes

How to use Epigaze Eye Drop

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.

How Epigaze Eye Drop works

Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free) is an antiallergic. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (histamine) which is responsible for red, itchy, watery eyes.

All substitutes for Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free)

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free) to treat inflammation (redness and swelling) due to allergies of the eye.
It treats short-term or sudden allergic reactions in the eye.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 mins. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
Your doctor has prescribed Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free) to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling and rashes.
As compared to other similar medications, it is much less likely to make you feel sleepy.
Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication as it may cause increased sleepiness.
Stop taking Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free) at least 3 days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free) is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free) may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
After using eye drops, place pressure over the corner of eye for a minute, then remove the excess solution with an absorbent tissue to diminish the amount of drug reaching the breastmilk

Driving

UNSAFE

Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free) may cause temporary visual disturbances. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

Interaction with drugs

Taking Epigaze with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Moderate

Tranylcypromine (Oral Route)

Do not take Tranylcypromine with Epinastine. If concurrent use is essential, talk to your doctor.

Moderate

Dalteparin (Injection Route)

Your doctor may frequently monitor your blood clotting time. Epinastine may reduce the efficacy of Dalteparin.

Mild

Mefloquine (Oral Route)

Talk to your doctor if you experience palpitations, high/low blood pressure, increased sweating, etc.

Mild

Betahistine (Oral Route)

Take Epinastine with Betahistine only if prescribed by your doctor. Epinastine may block the action of Betahistine.

Frequently asked questions

Is Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free) effective?

Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free) is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free) too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Is Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free) a steroid?

No, Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free) is not a steroid. It is a medication which is used to treat allergic conditions. Most commonly it is used to treat allergic conjunctivitis/pink eye. Do not take this medication without consulting your doctor.

Can Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free) cause eye irritation?

Usually, Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free) does not cause eye irritation. In fact, it helps in reducing the inflammation and irritation in the eye. However, in certain cases, patients may experience eye irritation, abnormal eye sensation and eye discomfort.

Can a child take Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free)?

Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free) can be used in children above 3 years of age at the same dose as in adults. However, the safety with the use of Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free) in children under 3 years of age have not been established. Therefore, the use of Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free) should be avoided in children of such age group.

Does Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free) make you sleepy?

Usually, the use of Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free) does not make you sleepy, but sometimes there are chances that it can cause sleepiness. It is important to know that taking other anti-allergic medications orally along with this medication can also make you sleepy. Therefore, avoid driving or operating on machinery if you are sleepy. Contact your doctor if the medicine makes you uneasy.

How long can you use Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free)?

The Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free) should be instilled in the affected eye(s) with one drop twice daily. The duration of treatment with Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free) will depend upon the disease condition, its severity, and the response of the patient to the treatment. The medicine can be given for as long as four months, if considered necessary. However, the exact duration is decided by your doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Dibenzazepines

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL

Action Class

Second-Generation H1 Antihistamines

References

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Name: Protech Remedies Private Limited
Address: SCO-36, Sector-17, Huda Jagadhri, Haryna Jagadhri Town Jagadhri Yamuna Nagar HR 135003 IN

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Country of origin: India

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Preservative

Product introduction

Uses of Epigaze Eye Drop

Benefits of Epigaze Eye Drop

Side effects of Epigaze Eye Drop

How to use Epigaze Eye Drop

How Epigaze Eye Drop works

All substitutes for Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free)

Estina Eye Drop

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Tranylcypromine (Oral Route)

Dalteparin (Injection Route)

Mefloquine (Oral Route)

Betahistine (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

Is Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free) effective?

Is Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free) a steroid?

Can Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free) cause eye irritation?

Can a child take Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free)?

Does Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free) make you sleepy?

How long can you use Epigaze Eye Drop (Bak Free)?

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Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

References

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