Bilastine Tablets

Bilastine Tablets is available with the brand name “2 BLAST 20” and is an anti-allergic medication that helps in Managing symptoms like blocked or runny nose, itchy nose, red and teary eyes, and skin rashes. An allergy is an inflammation of the body’s organs and tissues from substances not substantially threatening your body. These foreign elements are known as ‘allergens’. Proneness to allergic conditions has been known to differ cross-sections of people. It also includes infections such as food allergies and other allergies like the flu and hay fever. while others might be allergic to pollen or pet dander etc.  

Bilastine Tablets belong to the anti-histamine category and are used to cure allergies. The antihistamine in this medicine is bilastine. It manages to achieve this through ‘antihistamine’ action, or the ability to counter the effects of a naturally occurring chemical called ‘histamine’ which contributes to allergic reactions. In short, it eases the conditions of discomfort and annoyance related to allergies such as running or blocked nose, itchy eyes or watery and red eyes and skin rashes. 

Medical Benefits 

• It consists of an ‘anti-histamine/anti-allergic’ product which is intended to relieve different types of allergies.  

• It is used in the management of hay fever (seasonal allergic rhinitis), round-the-year dust or pet allergies (perennial allergic rhinitis), and urticaria (skin rash, redness, and itching). In particular, if you have relieved such consequences of allergic conditions as the runny/sneezing/itchy nose, red/watery eyes, and skin rash.  

• Bilastine is an anti-histaminic used to treat allergies since histamine, which is naturally released in the body is chemically involved in allergic reactions.  

Directions For Use  

• The best approach is to follow the prescription which has been provided by the physician.  

• It should be taken orally, at the same time with food, to lessen its impact on the mucosa of the stomach.  

• This should be taken with a glass of water and it warned that one should not chew, split or crush this tablet.  

• Ensure that it is placed out of reach by children or pets as they may be tempted to taste the product.  

Storage  

• Bilastine Tablets should be protected from heat & light and must be stored in a cool & dry place in a tightly closed container.
• For the sake of product quality, it is advised to close the lid after or even during the use of the supplement.
• Make sure it is placed where children cannot access it to minimize the chances of children and or babies taking it.

Precautions  

• Consult a doctor as it interacts with antifungal medicine (Ketoconazole), antibiotics (Erythromycin, Rifampicin),  immuno-suppressant medicines (Cyclosporine), and AIDS medicines (Ritonavir). 

• It may cause excessive dizziness when taken with alcohol, so intake should be avoided together. 

• This medicine is known to interact with alcohol and increase drowsiness. Also, it reacts with grapefruit juice when taken together. 

• Bilastine Tablets are known to interact in patients with kidney or liver problems, urinary tract blockage, an enlarged prostate, asthma, and stomach ulcers. 

• This tablet is pregnancy category B medicine, so it can be used by the pregnant mother only if your doctor has prescribed it. 

Side Effects  

• Abdominal pain 

• Headache 

• Nausea 

• Dizziness 

• Dry mouth 

• Sore throat 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

When may I not take this medicine? 

You should not use it if you are allergic to this tablet or its ingredients, sensitive to lactose or sorbitol, have liver or kidney problems, have epilepsy, or have issues with urination. Inform your doctor that you are a bilastine user and have booked an allergy check as it may influence the test outcome.  

Can one discontinue this medicine on their own? 

No, you should not cease using it without consulting your physician as this can further worsen the condition or bring about recurring symptoms. Thus, the same goes for the use of this medicine, take it as long as you have been advised by your doctor and in case you encounter any problem while taking it contact the doctor promptly.  

Is this composition safe to be taken by patients with an enlarged prostate?  

This composition utilization is also contraindicated in patients with prostate hyperplasia since Bilastine might cause or exacerbate difficulty in urinating. You should not take it without first speaking to your doctor.