Bilastar-M Tablet

Key Ingredient:
Bilastine 20 mg + Montelukast 10 mg

Bilastar-M Tablet belongs to a class of medication called ‘anti-allergic medication primarily used to treat allergic symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, congestion, stuffy nose or watery eyes involved in Allergic Rhinitis. An allergy is a condition that occurs when the immune system reacts to a foreign substance that is typically not harmful to your body. These foreign substances are known as ‘allergens’ Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever, pollen, or pet dander. One of the main symptoms of allergy is cough, and it acts as a reflex action in the throat when there is any mucus or foreign irritant entry into the respiratory system.

Bilastar-M combines two drugs: Montelukast (leukotriene receptor antagonist) and Bilastine (antihistamine). Leukotrienes are chemical mediators that are released by Mast cells and eosinophil causing inflammation (swelling) of the bronchial smooth muscles and thereby causing bronchoconstriction. Montelukast belongs to the class of leukotriene receptor antagonists that works by blocking the action of Leukotrienes by stopping its release from mast cells and eosinophils and also by blocking the specific leukotriene receptors on bronchial tissues which reduces inflammation, mucus production and narrowing of the bronchial airways. Bilastine belongs to the class of antihistamines (anti-allergic drugs) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It helps relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion.

Bilastar-M Tablet can be taken with or without food as prescribed by your doctor and swallow whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Bilastar-M based on your medical condition. Some people may experience nausea, vomiting, dryness in the mouth, diarrhoea, sleepiness, dizziness, weakness. Most of these side effects of Bilastar-M Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Bilastar-M or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Bilastar-M Tablet. Bilastar-M Tablet is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. If you notice mood changes, causing depression, self-harming thoughts, or aggressive behaviour while taking Bilastar-M Tablet, please consult a doctor immediately. It is advised to maintain 2 hours gap between taking Bilastar-M Tablet and indigestion remedies containing magnesium and aluminium as taking these medicines simultaneously may reduce the absorption of Bilastar-M Tablet. Bilastar-M Tablet is not recommended for people with impaired kidney or liver functions.

Key Indications of Bilastar-M Tablet:
Treatment of Allergic symptoms in Allergic Rhinitis, Chronic Urticaria
Use under medical supervision.