Bilastine Tablets 20 mg

Bilastine Tablets 20 mg treat allergy symptoms, such as stuffy nose, runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, and stuffiness or congestion. This medication contains Bilastine, which belongs to a family of drugs known as antihistamines. It functions by inhibiting the effects of a chemical messenger known as histamines, responsible for causing allergic reactions. With inhibition effects, it helps alleviate discomfort and unpleasant symptoms.

For the best possible effects, an individual patient should take this medicine as prescribed by the physician. Take in the dose and duration prescribed by healthcare providers; do not take more or less out of it. Your doctor will determine the dosage of this medication, seeing your medical condition, age, gender, tolerance, and response to the treatment. For more deets regarding the dosage or length of treatment, kindly consult your healthcare provider.

Precautions for Bilastine Tablets 20 mg

Take this medicine as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you to attain the best effects. However, if you are allergic to Bilastine or any of its contents, inform your healthcare provider. In addition, if you ever had an allergic reaction to any medication, notify your doctor. Also, individuals with an underlying disease should inform the doctor about the same. In some circumstances, your doctor may adjust the dosage of this medicine. Aside from that, you should consider taking the below-listed precautions to be on the safe side.

Measures Need to Take:-

1. Swallow Bilastine Tablets 20 mg as a whole; without breaking, crushing, or chewing them as they have a strong bitter taste.
2. If you are trying to get pregnant, pregnant, or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before commencing the treatment course. This medicine may not be clinically appropriate in some conditions.
3. Individuals with severe kidney failure, heart disease, or liver impairment should inform the doctor about their medical history before initiating a treatment course with Bilastine Tablets 20 mg.
4. Evade driving vehicles, operating any heavy machinery, or performing hazardous activities as this medication may affect your ability to concentrate. You may feel sleepy or drowsy while taking this medicine.
5. Take this medicine for the length prescribed by the doctor without missing any dosage. However, if you miss any dosage and it’s time for the next, do not double the dose to catch up. In this case, skip the missed dosage and continue with your regular schedule.

Apart from these, this medicine is not meant to be consumed by children less than 12 years of age. So, do not give this medicine to children. For more details regarding Bilastine Tablets 20 mg, read the leaflet provided with the medication.

Possible Side Effects

Unlike other medications, Bilastine Tablets 20 mg offer mild to moderate side effects. Those adverse reactions fade away once your body starts adjusting to the medication. However, if any symptoms persist for a longer duration, you may need to consult your healthcare provider.

Common Side Effects:-

• Headache
• Drowsiness

Note: You don’t have to be worried about the common symptoms caused by this medication. However, if any rare side effects occur, consult your healthcare provider. Also, this is not the complete list of side effects, get it from your doctor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the use of Bilastine Tablets 20 mg?

A. This medication contains Bilastine, which is an anti-histamine. It helps alleviate allergy symptoms, such as stuffy nose, watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, and stuffiness or congestion.

Q. Does this medication cause any adverse reaction?

A. Yes, while taking this medicine you may experience mild to moderate side effects, such as drowsiness, and headache.

Q. Can you stop taking Bilastine Tablets 20 mg when you feel better?

A. No, do not stop taking this medicine even if you feel OK. Complete the prescribed treatment course to avoid withdrawal of symptoms.

Q. Is it okay to take antacids while taking this medicine?

A. In general, it is advised to avoid taking antacids 30 before or after taking Bilastine Tablets 20 mg as it may make the medicine harder to absorb for the body.