BILASTINE+MONTELUKAST is a combination of two drugs, namely Montelukast and Bilastine, which is the most preferred prescription drug to fight allergies and is known as an anti-allergic medicine.
How Does It Work?
The medicine is in tablet form. Bilastine acts to block the effect of histamine, a chemical that creates allergic reactions. Thus, medicine is helpful to decrease allergic symptoms like sneezing, swelling, and congestion. Histamine is produced in all tissues, but prominently in the gastrointestinal route, skin, and lungs. The second salt available in the combination is Montelukast. It blocks leukotriene. Leukotriene is a chemical produced in the lungs that is responsible for inflammation in the lungs and increasing the production of mucus. By blocking the action of leukotriene, the salt Montelukast helps to reduce symptoms of pneumonia management of symptoms associated with asthma, and helps to relieve common allergy symptoms like congestion, sneezing, and symptoms of running nose. It is also administered for exercise-induced bronchoconstriction (EIB). Montelukast, the second salt available in the combination, does not manage all allergic conditions. This is an anti-allergic drug. This medicine is specifically used for allergies related to hay fever (allergic rhinitis). Hay fever is a condition where the eyes, nose, and throat are infected as a result of inhaling pollen emitted by some plants. The symptom develops like sneezing or running or a stuffy nose.
Side Effects Of Taking Bilastine 20mg + Montelukast 10mg Tablets
BILASTINE+MONTELUKAST is not to be given to children below 12 years. If you notice mood changes, causing negative feelings, thoughts of harming yourself, or violent behavior, please talk to your doctor to resolve the issues. Some gap has to be kept between medicines containing magnesium and aluminum and BILASTINE+MONTELUKAST. If both these medicines are taken without a gap, the same may reduce the absorption of BILASTINE+MONTELUKAST. It is advised to keep a 2-hour gap between these medicines. Patients suffering from kidney disease and problems with the liver may avoid this medicine. The following side effects may appear with the use of this medicine:
Mood and behavior changes
Pain abdomen
diarrhea
Headache
nausea
Eczema
vomiting
Urticaria
Dryness in mouth
Sleeplessness,
Dizziness
The above side effects are temporary and go away over time.
Administration of Doses
Asthmatic patients should be given a dose of this medicine in the evening. Patients suffering from IBS should take the dose at least two hours before exercise and for allergic rhinitis, once daily at the same time. The dose adjustment has to be carried out by your treating doctor in case you have liver or kidney disease. BILASTINE+MONTELUKAST tablets can be taken with or without food and should be swallowed whole. In other words, it should not be broken, crushed, or chewed.
Benefits Of Bilastine 20mg + Montelukast 10mg Tablets
Seasonal allergy.
Asthma
Rhino conjunctivitis
IndicationsBILASTINE+MONTELUKAST is a combination of two drugs known as anti-allergic medication. It is prescribed to address the symptoms of allergy. This drug is a rescue drug helpful in Seasonal Allergic RhinoConjunctivitis (SARC) and asthma.
Precautions
It is not advised to administer BILASTINE+MONTELUKAST to children below the age of 12 years. If the patient experiences mood swings, depression, suicidal thoughts, or aggressive behaviour, after taking BILASTINE+ montelukast, consult the treating doctor immediately. BILASTINE+MONTELUKAST is not to be given to children below 12 years. If you notice mood changes, causing negative feelings, thoughts of harming yourself, or violent behaviour, please talk to your doctor to resolve the issues. Some gap has to be kept between medicines containing magnesium and aluminium and BILASTINE+MONTELUKAST. If both these medicines are taken without a gap, the same may reduce the absorption of BILASTINE+MONTELUKAST. It is advised to keep a 2-hour gap between these medicines. Patients suffering from kidney disease and problems with the liver may avoid this medicine.