Active Ingredients
Bilastine 20mg & Montelukast 10mg Tablets
Key Benefits:
Bilastine:
- Highly Selective Antihistamine: Provides rapid and effective relief from allergy symptoms with minimal sedation.
- Long-Lasting Effect: Offers 24-hour control of allergic symptoms, ensuring once-daily dosing.
- No Impact on Cognitive Function: Unlike some antihistamines, Bilastine does not cause drowsiness or impair concentration, making it ideal for active individuals.
Montelukast:
- Selective Leukotriene Antagonist: Eases breathing and reduces inflammation by blocking leukotrienes, addressing both asthma and allergic symptoms.
Pack Size:
Dosage:
- Once Daily (As prescribed by a healthcare professional)
Indications:
- Seasonal Rhinitis
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Perennial Rhinitis
Benefits Over Montemer:
- Reduced Sedation: Montemer-B, containing Bilastine, offers the advantage of minimal sedation compared to Levocetirizine in Montemer, making it more suitable for patients who require an antihistamine without drowsiness.
- Cognitive Safety: Bilastine is less likely to affect cognitive function, providing a safer option for patients who need to maintain focus and alertness during the day.
- 24-Hour Relief: Both Montemer and Montemer-B provide effective once-daily dosing, but Montemer-B’s formulation may offer a longer duration of action in controlling allergic symptoms.
Contraindications:
- Hypersensitivity: Patients with known hypersensitivity to Bilastine, Montelukast, or any component of the formulation.
- Severe Renal Impairment: Avoid use in patients with severe renal dysfunction.
Precautions:
- Liver Dysfunction: Use with caution in patients with hepatic impairment.
- QT Prolongation: Bilastine may cause QT prolongation; monitor patients with a history of cardiac conditions.
- Alcohol and CNS Depressants: Avoid concurrent use as they may enhance the sedative effects.
Adverse Events:
- Common: Headache, drowsiness, fatigue, dizziness, and gastrointestinal discomfort.
- Serious: QT prolongation, severe allergic reactions, behavioral changes, and mood disturbances.
Disclaimer:
This information is provided for educational purposes only. For personalized medical advice and treatment options, consult a healthcare professional.
