Biltin 10 mg (Dispersible Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 15.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 450.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 150.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Bilastine |
| Company | Eskayef pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Symptomatic treatment of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinoconjunctivitis
- Symptomatic treatment of urticaria
- Relief of symptoms of hay fever
Pharmacology
- Potent non-sedating histamine antagonist
- High affinity to H1 receptor
- Selective binding to H1 receptor
- Does not show affinity for 30 other receptors
Dosage & Administration
- Adults & adolescents dosing: 20 mg tablet once daily
- Children (6-11 years) dosing: 10 mg mouth dissolving tablet
- Children (2-11 years) dosing: 4 ml once daily
Interaction
- Increases concentration with ketoconazole, erythromycin, cyclosporine, or diltiazem
- No potentiation of depressant CNS effects with lorazepam
- No significant interaction with alcohol
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to the active substance or excipients
Side Effects
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Somnolence
- Fatigue
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Preferable to avoid use during pregnancy
- Consideration of benefit vs risk for breastfeeding mothers
Precautions & Warnings
- No impact on driving performance for most patients
- Rare drowsiness effect on some individuals
- No dosage adjustment needed for renal impairment
Use in Special Populations
- Not established for children under 2 years
- Limited clinical experience in children aged 2 to 5 years
Overdose Effects
- Frequency of adverse events increases at 10-11 times therapeutic dose
- Most frequent adverse reactions: dizziness, headache, nausea
Therapeutic Class
- Non-sedating antihistamines
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30°C temperature
- Protect from light and moisture
- Keep out of reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C28H37N3O3
Common Questions about Biltin 10 mg Tablet
- Treatment for allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes
- Less likely to cause sleepiness compared to similar medications
- Cautiousness advised for driving or activities requiring concentration
- Avoid excessive alcohol intake during medication
- Stop medication at least three days before taking an allergy test