Nilhist 20mg Tablet
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Your child’s medicine at a glance
Nilhist 20mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines known as antihistamines. It is used in the treatment of allergy symptoms such as runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and congestion or stuffiness.
Nilhist 20mg Tablet can be taken one hour before or two hours after food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Remember dosage is decided on the basis of the type of medicine (tablet or syrup ), age, and present medical condition of the person. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. If you do not observe any improvement in the symptoms, consult with the doctor.
The most common side effects of this medicine include headaches and drowsiness. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Generally, it is advised to drink plenty of fluids while on treatment with this medicine. To overcome dizziness, avoid driving or attention-seeking activities until you know how the medicine affects you.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you are pregnant, or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. You must avoid fruit juice before taking the medicine.
Uses of Nilhist 20mg Tablet in children
- Allergic eye disease
- Nasal allergy symptoms
- Allergic conditions
- Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies
- Allergic skin conditions
Side effects of Nilhist 20mg Tablet in children
Nilhist 20mg Tablet does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-
Common side effects of Nilhist
- Headache
- Drowsiness
How can I give Nilhist 20mg Tablet to my child?
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. Nilhist 20mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Nilhist Tablet works
Nilhist 20mg Tablet is an antiallergic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.
Safety advice
Kidney
CAUTION
Nilhist 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Nilhist 20mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Nilhist 20mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if I forget to give Nilhist 20mg Tablet to my child?
If you miss a dose of Nilhist 20mg 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.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Nilhist 20mg Tablet 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 Nilhist 20mg Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Benzimidazoles
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
Second-Generation H1 Antihistamines
Interaction with drugs
Taking Nilhist with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Rifampicin may reduce blood levels of Bilastine.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Amiodarone may raise blood levels of Bilastine.
Let your doctor know if you have kidney disease. They may adjust your dose or suggest alternative medicines.
Conivaptan may raise blood levels of Bilastine.
Let your doctor know if you have kidney disease. They may adjust your dose or suggest alternative medicines.
Amiodarone may raise blood levels of Bilastine.
Let your doctor know if you have kidney disease. They may adjust your dose or suggest alternative medicines.
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Nilhist 20mg Tablet and what it is used for?
Nilhist 20mg Tablet is an antihistamine that is used to relieve the symptoms of allergic rhinitis (sneezing, itchy nose, nasal secretion, nasal congestion, and red streaming eyes) and other forms of allergic conditions. It can also be used to treat itchy skin rashes (wheals or urticaria).
How fast does Nilhist 20mg Tablet work?
The effects of this medicine may be noticed as early as one hour after taking and last approximately 24 hours.
How much Nilhist 20mg Tablet can you take?
The recommended dose of this medication is 1 tablet (20 mg) taken by mouth, once a day. It should be taken with water on an empty stomach; one hour before eating or two hours after eating for the best effect. Do not self-medicate and always consult your doctor. He/she will decide the dose based on your condition.
Can I take antacids while taking Nilhist 20mg Tablet?
It is advisable to avoid taking antacids 30 minutes before or after taking this medicine. It can make it harder for your body to absorb this medicine.
I am experiencing a headache, is it because of Nilhist 20mg Tablet?
Yes, headache is a common side-effect of this medicine. Take rest, drink plenty of water and ask your doctor to recommend a suitable painkiller. If the headaches continue, let your doctor know.
Does Nilhist 20mg Tablet make you drowsy?
Although Nilhist 20mg Tablet is a non-drowsy antihistamine; however, it can still cause drowsiness in a few people. Make sure your reactions are normal before you drive, or before using tools or machines.
Should I avoid any foods, drinks while taking Nilhist 20mg Tablet?
Avoid drinking fruit juices along with Nilhist 20mg Tablet as this may affect the absorption of this medicine.
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- Bilastine [Package Leaflet]. L’Aquila, Italy: A.Menarini Manufacturing Logistics and Services S.r.l.; 2019. [Accessed 05 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from:
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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
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Expires on or after: March, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Nilhist 20mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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