Bilastro 20 mg Tablet 15's Substitute

Bilastro 20 mg Tablet 15's contains bilastine (anti-histamine), which is used to treat allergies as it blocks the effects of a chemical messenger known as ‘histamine,’ which is naturally involved in allergic reactions. 

Hay fever is an allergy caused due to outdoor or indoor allergens, such as pollen, dust mites, or tiny flecks of skin and saliva shed by cats, dogs, and other animals with fur or feathers (pet dander). It leads to cold-like symptoms (running nose, watery eyes).

Bilastro 20 mg Tablet 15's is an antihistamine providing instant relief from allergic conditions however, in some people, it may cause sleepiness and induce some drowsiness in the day. Hence you are recommended to take it in the night time if you are experiencing excessive drowsiness in the day.

You should not take Bilastro 20 mg Tablet 15's if you have had an allergic reaction to Bilastro 20 mg Tablet 15's, intolerant to lactose or sorbitol, have liver or kidney failure, epilepsy (fits), difficulty in peeing. Tell your doctor that you are taking Bilastro 20 mg Tablet 15's and have booked an allergy test as it might affect the diagnostic result.

No, you are not recommended to stop taking Bilastro 20 mg Tablet 15's without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Bilastro 20 mg Tablet 15's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Bilastro 20 mg Tablet 15's, please consult your doctor.