Bilazest Kids Oral Solution


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Abbott
Active Ingredient Bilastine (2.5mg/ml)
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical ClassBenzimidazoles
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassRESPIRATORY
Action ClassH1 Antihistaminics (second Generation)
User Rating4.8
User Reviews660

FAQ

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How much Bilazest Kids Oral Solution should I give to my child?
Bilazest Kids Oral Solution should be given strictly as prescribed by your child’s doctor. The dose of the medicine is calculated according to your child’s body weight and age. Do not increase or decrease the dose on your own as it may cause unwanted effects and can worsen your child’s condition.
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Can other medicines be given at the same time as Bilazest Kids Oral Solution?
Bilazest Kids Oral Solution can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Bilazest Kids Oral Solution. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
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My child is restless and unable to sleep properly at night. Can I give Bilazest Kids Oral Solution?
No, although this medicine causes drowsiness as a side effect, it should not be given to induce sleep in children. Consult your child’s doctor if your child has trouble sleeping as it could be due to some other underlying condition.
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My child is 2 years old and suffering from skin allergies. Is it safe to give Bilazest Kids Oral Solution?
Safety studies of Bilazest Kids Oral Solution in children less than 6 years of age are not available. Therefore, it is advised to avoid giving Bilazest Kids Oral Solution to children under 6 years and consult your child’s doctor in case of any confusion.
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Where should I store Bilazest Kids Oral Solution at home?
Store Bilazest Kids Oral Solution at room temperature, in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any accidental intake.
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What if I give too much of Bilazest Kids Oral Solution by mistake?
Although Bilazest Kids Oral Solution is relatively safe to use in children yet an excessive amount may cause some serious side effects such as seizures, hallucinations, rapid heart rate, irritability, slow breathing, and coma.
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What if I forget to give Bilazest Kids Oral Solution to my child?
Do not panic. Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to catch up on any missed dose, follow the prescribed dosing schedule strictly.
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Bilazest Kids Oral Solution Reviews

Bilazest Kids Oral Solution is an anti-allergic medicine. It is given to children to treat a wide range of symptoms associated with allergic conditions such as hay fever, urticaria (hives), conjunctivitis (red, itchy eye), and the common cold. These symptoms may include watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, and itching.

Bilazest Kids Oral Solution 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.

How Bilazest Kids Oral Solution Works

Bilazest Kids Oral Solution belongs to a class of medicines called antihistamines. It blocks the natural chemical substance (histamine) produced in the body during an allergic state. It also subsides (lowers) your child’s immune system’s response to these conditions, thereby reducing the symptoms.

How to Use Bilazest Kids Oral Solution

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Bilazest Kids Oral Solution is to be taken empty stomach.

Benefits of Bilazest Kids Oral Solution

  • In Treatment of Allergic conditions: Bilazest Kids Oral Solution 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.

Uses of Bilazest Kids Oral Solution

  • Treatment of Allergic conditions

Bilazest Kids Oral Solution Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Liver  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Bilazest Kids Oral Solution is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Bilazest Kids Oral Solution is recommended.
Kidney  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Bilazest Kids Oral Solution is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Bilazest Kids Oral Solution is recommended.

Quick Tips

  • Avoid giving Bilazest Kids Oral Solution with fatty meals and fruit juice as both can reduce the absorption of the medicine.
  • Try giving the medicines at the same time each day to help you remember.
  • Your child may feel sleepy or dizzy after each dose of Bilazest Kids Oral Solution. If this happens, make your child sit or lie down and ask them to be careful while performing tasks that require mental focus.
  • Do not share your child’s medicines with others and do not give anyone else’s medicines to your child.
  • Bilazest Kids Oral Solution can trigger constipation in your child. Give plenty of fluids and a fiber-rich diet to your child.

References

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