Nilhist M 20mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines. It is used in the treatment of various allergic conditions. It reduces inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat, and swelling), itching, and rashes by blocking certain chemical messengers in the body.

Nilhist M 20mg/10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. The dose may vary depending on what you are taking it for. Take it as it has been prescribed by your doctor. You may need this medicine only on days you have symptoms, or as prescribed by your doctor. If you stop taking it earlier than advised, your symptoms may come back.

Common side effects include headache, pharyngitis, cough, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and otitis media. If you experience any of these that persist or bother you, let your doctor know. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys or with your heart to make sure it is safe for you. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it.

Uses of Nilhist M Tablet

Treatment of Allergic conditions

Benefits of Nilhist M Tablet

In Treatment of Allergic conditions

Nilhist M 20mg/10mg 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 allergies. It works by reducing certain substances in the body that are responsible for the allergic symptoms. Nilhist M 20mg/10mg Tablet reduces swelling in the airways and gives relief from the symptoms of asthma.

Side effects of Nilhist 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 Nilhist M

Headache
Sore throat
Cough
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Otitis media (infection of ear)

How to use Nilhist 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. Nilhist M 20mg/10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Nilhist M Tablet works

Nilhist M 20mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines : Bilastine and Montelukast. Bilastine is an anti-allergic 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 prevent asthma and relieve symptoms of allergies.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Nilhist M 20mg/10mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Nilhist M 20mg/10mg 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

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Nilhist M 20mg/10mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Nilhist M 20mg/10mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Nilhist M 20mg/10mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Nilhist M 20mg/10mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Nilhist M 20mg/10mg Tablet for the treatment of allergy symptoms such as sneezing and runny nose.
Stop taking Nilhist M 20mg/10mg 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.

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Patient concerns

Allergic skin conditions in leg

Dr. Atula Gupta

Dermatology

kindly send the Pictures of affected area.

Ive got tested for hiv after 4 months of possible exposure (not sure if partner was +ve and sex was with condom) and results were negative and its been 6 months till date after the possible exposure now i was suffering from blocked nose wnd difficulty in breathing so i went to a chest specialist and was given total ige" test and the report came +ve with very highly elevated ige levels about 2000 ku/l is there anything to worry and is there any relation between total ige levels and hiv im very stressed once again please help."

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

IgE levels indicate that the conditions is allergic

I am suffering with highly allergic conditions of sinus, my nose is always gets block for all seasons. Is there any permanent solution to get rid from allergic sinusitis??

Dr. Gladson Guddappa Uchil

ENT

Please use this app to find and meet a good Allergist in your city to examine you & do the needful. If you are able to make it to Bangalore, I would be very happy to help you out myself. My clinic Healthcare@Basaveshwaranagar is easily navigable on Google Maps.

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References

Nutra Respiro. Bilastine & Montelukast [Product Information]. [Accessed 14 Aug. 2024] (online) Available from:
Montelukast sodium [Prescribing Information]. Whitehouse Station, NJ: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.; 2012. [Accessed 14 Aug. 2024] (online) Available from:

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