{"product_id":"stadapharm-bilastine-20-mg-10-tablets","title":"Stadapharm Bilastine 20 mg, 10 Tablets","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is bilastine and what is it for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilastine 20 mg Stadapharm\u003c\/strong\u003e is a medicine used to relieve the symptoms of allergic rhinoconjunctivitis (such as sneezing, nasal itching, runny nose, nasal congestion and red, watery eyes) and urticaria (hives) with mild symptoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt comes in a pack of 10 tablets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs bilastine a corticosteroid?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, bilastine is not a corticosteroid, but an antihistamine used mainly for the treatment of allergy symptoms, such as allergic rhinoconjunctivitis and urticaria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes bilastine make you sleepy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the main \u003cstrong\u003eadvantages of bilastine\u003c\/strong\u003e is that, unlike first-generation antihistamines, it does not tend to cause drowsiness in most cases. The reason \u003cstrong\u003ebilastine does not make you sleepy\u003c\/strong\u003e is because it does not cross the blood-brain barrier in significant amounts, reducing the possibility of affecting the central nervous system and therefore causing drowsiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it make you fat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilastine is a\u003c\/strong\u003e second-generation \u003cstrong\u003eantihistamine\u003c\/strong\u003e that is not associated with weight gain. The fattening effect has been found mainly in first generation antihistamines because, by acting on the central nervous system, it may stimulate appetite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it is intended for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilastine 20 mg\u003c\/strong\u003e is suitable for use in adults and adolescents aged 12 years and over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to take Bilastine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe recommended \u003cstrong\u003edose of Bilastine Stadapharm\u003c\/strong\u003e is 1 tablet of 20 mg a day, taken with a glass of water and one hour before or two hours after eating any food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eContraindications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not use Stadapharm Bilastine 20 mg:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn children under 12 years of age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you are pregnant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you are allergic to bilastine or to any of the ingredients of this medicine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilastine in pregnancy\u003c\/strong\u003e: As there are insufficient data on the use of bilastine in pregnant women, it is advisable to avoid its use during pregnancy\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e. It should only be considered after medical assessment and monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilastine during lactation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bilastine is not known to be excreted in breast milk. Although medical monitoring is recommended, it is considered quite safe and compatible with breast-feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBilastine: side effects\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all medicines, \u003cstrong\u003eBilastine can cause side effects\u003c\/strong\u003e, although not everybody will experience them. In this case, the effects that may occur are as follows:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequent\u003c\/strong\u003e: headache, drowsiness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInfrequent\u003c\/strong\u003e: EKG changes, blood tests showing changes in the way the liver works, dizziness, stomach pain, tiredness, increased appetite, irregular heartbeat, weight gain, nausea (feeling sick), anxiety, dry nose or nose discomfort, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, gastritis (inflammation of the wall of the stomach), vertigo (dizziness, lightheadedness), nausea and vomiting.(inflammation of the stomach wall), vertigo (a feeling of dizziness or lightheadedness), feeling of weakness, thirst, dyspnoea (shortness of breath), dry mouth, indigestion, itching, cold sores (herpes labialis).n, itching, cold sores, fever, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), difficulty sleeping, blood tests showing changes in the way the kidneys work, increased fats in the blood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComposition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe active substance in this \u003cstrong\u003eantihistamine is bilastine\u003c\/strong\u003e. Specifically, each tablet contains \u003cstrong\u003e20 mg bilastine\u003c\/strong\u003e (as monohydrate). The other excipients are: microcrystalline cellulose, crospovidone type A, magnesium stearate and colloidal anhydrous silica.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePharmaceutical advice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you experience symptoms such as difficulty breathing, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, dizziness or syncope, you should seek emergency care because of the risk of anaphylaxis.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDo not exceed the recommended \u003cstrong\u003enon-prescription\u003c\/strong\u003e dose of \u003cstrong\u003ebilastine\u003c\/strong\u003e. If symptoms persist, consult your doctor, as well as if symptoms do not improve or worsen within 7 days. It is not advisable to drive or use machines after taking it. Depending on the individual, it may affect driving performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead the \u003cstrong\u003epackage leaflet or data sheet for Bilastine \u003c\/strong\u003eStadapharm, which is included inside the medicine, carefully. If you have any questions, you can ask our team of pharmaceutical experts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is the price of\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eBilastine 20 mg?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe price of non-prescription medicines is set by law. 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