Bilastine belongs to the class of medications called antihistamines. It may be used by adults and children 4 years of age and older who weigh at least 16 kg, to treat symptoms of seasonal allergies, including sneezing; itchy and runny nose; itchy, red and watery eyes; and skin rash and irritations.
Bilastine is also used to relieve symptoms associated with allergic skin conditions, including chronic hives and itching.
It works by blocking the actions of one of the body's natural chemicals known as histamine. Histamine is responsible for many of the symptoms of an allergic reaction. The effects of bilastine may be noticed as early as one hour after taking this medication and last approximately 24 hours.
This medication may be available under multiple brand names and/or in several different forms. Any specific brand name of this medication may not be available in all of the forms or approved for all of the conditions discussed here. As well, some forms of this medication may not be used for all of the conditions discussed here.
Your doctor may have suggested this medication for conditions other than those listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are not sure why you are taking this medication, speak to your doctor. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.
Do not give this medication to anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms as you do. It can be harmful for people to take this medication if their doctor has not prescribed it.
20mg
Each white-to-off-white, oval biconvex tablets debossed with "E|M" on one side and "81" on other side tablet contains 20 mg of bilastine. Non-medicinal ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, and sodium starch glycolate.
La dose recommandée de ce médicament pour les adultes et les enfants de 12 ans et plus est de 1 comprimé (20 mg) pris par la bouche une fois par jour.
Les enfants de 4 à 11 ans doivent recevoir 10 mg, sous forme d'un comprimé orodispersible ou de solution orale. Le comprimé orodispersible doit être placé dans la bouche pour qu'il se dissolve. On peut également le dissoudre dans un petit volume d'eau avant de l'avaler.
La solution orale est présentée avec une tasse à mesurer permettant de mesurer précisément 4 mL, la quantité de solution nécessaire à une dose de 10 mg.
On doit prendre la bilastine à jeun avec de l'eau, une heure avant de manger ou deux heures après avoir mangé pour obtenir les meilleurs résultats. L'ingestion d'aliments, de jus de pamplemousse et d'autres types de jus peut réduire l'efficacité de ce médicament.
Plusieurs facteurs peuvent entrer en ligne de compte pour déterminer la dose dont une personne a besoin : son poids, son état de santé et la prise d'autres médicaments. Si votre médecin a recommandé une dose autre que celles indiquées ici, ne modifiez pas la manière de prendre le médicament sans le consulter au préalable.
Il est important d'utiliser ce médicament conformément aux indications de votre médecin.
Si vous oubliez une dose, ne vous souciez pas de la dose omise et reprenez le schéma posologique usuel. N'utilisez pas une double dose pour compenser l'omission d'une dose. Si vous hésitez sur la conduite à tenir après avoir omis une dose, demandez conseil à votre médecin ou à un pharmacien.
Entreposez ce médicament à la température ambiante, à l'abri de la lumière et de l'humidité et hors de la portée des enfants.
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.
Do not take/use this medication if you:
Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent.
The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes this medication. If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of this medication with your doctor.
The following side effects have been reported by at least 1% of people taking this medication. Many of these side effects can be managed, and some may go away on their own over time.
Contact your doctor if you experience these side effects and they are severe or bothersome. Your pharmacist may be able to advise you on managing side effects.
Although most of the side effects listed below don't happen very often, they could lead to serious problems if you do not seek medical attention.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
Stop taking the medication and seek immediate medical attention if any of the following occur:
Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking this medication.
Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use this medication.
Drowsiness/reduced alertness: Bilastine may cause drowsiness or dizziness, affecting your ability to drive or operate machinery. Avoid driving, operating machinery, or performing other potentially hazardous tasks until you have determined how this medication affects you.
Heart rhythm: Bilastine can cause changes to the normal rhythm of the heart, including an irregular heartbeat called QT prolongation. QT prolongation is a serious life-threatening condition that can cause fainting, seizures, and sudden death. If you are at risk for heart rhythm problems (e.g., people with heart failure, angina, low potassium or magnesium levels), discuss with your doctor how this medication may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of this medication, and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Kidney function: If you have reduced kidney function or kidney disease, your doctor may recommend that you avoid certain medications if you are taking bilastine.
Pregnancy: This medication should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks. If you become pregnant while taking this medication, contact your doctor immediately.
Breast-feeding: It is not known if bilastine passes into breast milk. If you are breast-feeding and are taking this medication, it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding.
Children: The safety and effectiveness of using this medication have not been established for children under the age of 4 years, or weighing less than 16 kg.
For a full list of interactions, use the Drug Interaction Checker available on the Drugs.com website.
If you are taking other medications, speak with your doctor or pharmacist. Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to:
An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. Speak to your doctor about how any drug interactions are being managed or should be managed.
Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter (non-prescription), and herbal medications you are taking. Also tell them about any supplements you take. Since caffeine, alcohol, the nicotine from cigarettes, or street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you should let your prescriber know if you use them.
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