BL Hist 20mg Tablet

Reviewed By Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS

Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:11 AM (IST)

BL Hist 20mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines known as antihistamines. It is used in the treatment of allergy symptoms such as runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and congestion or stuffiness.

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General Information

Contains

Bilastine (20mg)

Marketer

Blaze Remedies

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Product introduction

BL Hist 20mg Tablet can be taken one hour before or two hours after food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Remember dosage is decided on the basis of the type of medicine (tablet or syrup ), age, and present medical condition of the person. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. If you do not observe any improvement in the symptoms, consult with the doctor.
The most common side effects of this medicine include headaches and drowsiness. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Generally, it is advised to drink plenty of fluids while on treatment with this medicine. To overcome dizziness, avoid driving or attention-seeking activities until you know how the medicine affects you.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you are pregnant, or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. You must avoid fruit juice before taking the medicine.

Uses of BL Hist Tablet

Treatment of Allergic conditions

Benefits of BL Hist Tablet

Treatment of Allergic conditions
BL Hist 20mg Tablet is used to treat many different inflammatory and allergic conditions. It works by lowering your immune system’s response to these conditions and prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. It helps relieve symptoms such as swelling, pain, itching, and other allergic-type reactions. If you are not sure why you are being given this medicine, ask your doctor.

This medicine is given orally (by mouth). You should always take it as it has been prescribed for you. Do not stop taking it without your doctor’s advice. This can cause unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Because this medicine weakens your immune system, you should avoid being near people who are ill or have infections.

Side effects of BL Hist Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of BL Hist

Headache
Drowsiness

How to use BL Hist Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. BL Hist 20mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How BL Hist Tablet works

BL Hist 20mg Tablet is an antiallergic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.

All substitutes for BL Hist 20mg Tablet

For information purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed BL Hist 20mg Tablet to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes.
As compared to other similar medications, it is much less likely to make you feel sleepy.
Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication as it may cause increased sleepiness.
Stop taking BL Hist 20mg Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with BL Hist 20mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of BL Hist 20mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

BL Hist 20mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

BL Hist 20mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

BL Hist 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of BL Hist 20mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of BL Hist 20mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

What is BL Hist 20mg Tablet and what it is used for?

BL Hist 20mg Tablet is an antihistamine that is used to relieve the symptoms of allergic rhinitis (sneezing, itchy nose, nasal secretion, nasal congestion, and red streaming eyes) and other forms of allergic conditions. It can also be used to treat itchy skin rashes (wheals or urticaria).

How fast does BL Hist 20mg Tablet work?

The effects of this medicine may be noticed as early as one hour after taking and last approximately 24 hours.

How much BL Hist 20mg Tablet can you take?

The recommended dose of this medication is 1 tablet (20 mg) taken by mouth, once a day. It should be taken with water on an empty stomach; one hour before eating or two hours after eating for the best effect. Do not self-medicate and always consult your doctor. He/she will decide the dose based on your condition.

Can I take antacids while taking BL Hist 20mg Tablet?

It is advisable to avoid taking antacids 30 minutes before or after taking this medicine. It can make it harder for your body to absorb this medicine.

I am experiencing a headache, is it because of BL Hist 20mg Tablet?

Yes, headache is a common side-effect of this medicine. Take rest, drink plenty of water and ask your doctor to recommend a suitable painkiller. If the headaches continue, let your doctor know.

Does BL Hist 20mg Tablet make you drowsy?

Although BL Hist 20mg Tablet is a non-drowsy antihistamine; however, it can still cause drowsiness in a few people. Make sure your reactions are normal before you drive, or before using tools or machines.

Should I avoid any foods, drinks while taking BL Hist 20mg Tablet?

Avoid drinking fruit juices along with BL Hist 20mg Tablet as this may affect the absorption of this medicine.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Benzimidazoles

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Action Class

H1 Antihistaminics (second Generation)

Related lab tests

Absolute Eosinophil Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

Total IgE

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Country of origin: India
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