Bilastin M Tablet is a combination medicine used to treat allergic rhinitis, commonly known as hay fever. It helps relieve symptoms like sneezing, runny or blocked nose, itching, and watery eyes. It provides effective relief from allergy symptoms and improves breathing.

To get the best results, take Bilastin M Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It is usually taken once daily on an empty stomach, at least one hour before or two hours after meals, as food can affect its absorption. Avoid skipping doses, and do not stop the medication abruptly without consulting your doctor. To maximize its benefits, stay away from known allergens, keep your living environment dust-free, and maintain proper hydration.

Common side effects of Bilastin M Tablet include headache, cough, fatigue, fever, abdominal pain, diarrhea, drowsiness, and otitis media. These symptoms are usually mild and go away on their own. If any of these side effects persist or bother you, let your doctor know. To reduce drowsiness, avoid alcohol and ensure you get enough rest.

While on Bilastin M Tablet, do not drive or operate heavy machinery as it can cause dizziness or sleepiness. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine. If you have liver or kidney problems, asthma, or a history of mental health conditions, inform your doctor before starting the treatment.

Uses of Bilastin M Tablet

Treatment of Allergic rhinitis

Benefits of Bilastin M Tablet

In Treatment of Allergic rhinitis

Bilastin M Tablet provides relief from allergic symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes caused by seasonal hay fever (allergic rhinitis), seasonal allergies, and other allergies. It works by reducing certain substances in the body that are responsible for the allergic symptoms. Bilastin M Tablet reduces swelling in the airways and gives relief from allergic reactions.

Side effects of Bilastin M Tablet

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 Bilastin M

Headache
Cough
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Otitis media (infection of ear)
Drowsiness
Fatigue
Upper respiratory tract infection
Fever
Sore throat
Influenza
Runny nose
Sinus inflammation

How to use Bilastin M Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Bilastin M Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

How Bilastin M Tablet works

Bilastin M Tablet is a combination of two medicines: bilastine and montelukast. Bilastine is an antiallergic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body. Montelukast works by blocking the action of leukotriene, a chemical messenger. This reduces inflammation in the airways to relieve symptoms of allergies.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Bilastin M Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Bilastin M Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CAUTION

Bilastin M Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.

Driving

UNSAFE

Bilastin M Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Bilastin M Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Bilastin M Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Bilastin M Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bilastin M Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Bilastin M Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Bilastin M Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

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Quick tips

Bilastin M Tablet helps control allergy symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, and itching but does not cure the condition.
Stop taking Bilastin M Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test, as it can affect the test results.
Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.
Taking more than the prescribed amount of Bilastin M Tablet will not improve effectiveness but may increase side effects.
Bilastin M Tablet should be taken before a meal, as food can reduce its absorption.

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Allergic rhinitis permanant treatment

Dr. Vijay Verma

ENT

It is allergy testing by skin prick test and immunotherapy.I do it in Gurgaon

Please guide Rx for allergic rhinitis

Dr. Deepak Kumar Soni

Ayurveda

Use BADAM ROGAN TAIL - 1-1 Drop in each nostril( Nose opening ) at night & Take chawanprash

My son is suffering from Allergic Rhinitis and I want to know the reasons and reliefs of Allergic Rhinitis.

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

Allergic rhinitis, commonly known as hay fever, is an allergic response to specific allergens. Some typical allergens are grass, dust, and mold. Pollen is the most common allergen. Your body releases histamine when it encounters an allergen. A histamine is a natural chemical that defends your body from the allergen. This chemical causes allergic rhinitis, which can have many uncomfortable symptoms such as a runny nose, sneezing, and itchy eyes.There are different ways to treat allergic rhinitis. Antihistamines Antihistamines effectively treat allergies.You can use decongestants over a short period of timeOptimal management of rhinitis involves a multifaceted approach including patient education, environmental control(s) and trigger avoidance, pharmacotherapy, and, in appropriately selected patients, subcutaneous immunotherapy etcPlease consult Pediatrician (child Dr). Pediatrician will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. Dr. may ask you for lab test on blood urine stool etc. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause Dr. will prescribe you treatment.

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