Billargic M Tablet


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Cipla Ltd
Active Ingredient Bilastine (20mg) + Montelukast (10mg)
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassRESPIRATORY
User Rating4.8
User Reviews312

FAQ

Billargic M Tablet Reviews

Billargic M is a combination of two medicines. It is used in the treatment of various allergic conditions. It reduces inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat, and swelling), itching, and rashes by blocking certain chemical messengers in the body.

Billargic M may be taken with or without food. The dose may vary depending on what you are taking it for. Take it as it has been prescribed by your doctor. You may need this medicine only on days you have symptoms, or as prescribed by your doctor. If you stop taking it earlier than advised, your symptoms may come back.

Common side effects include headache, pharyngitis, cough, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and otitis media. If you experience any of these that persist or bother you, let your doctor know. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys or with your heart to make sure it is safe for you. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it.

How Billargic M Tablet Works

Billargic M is a combination of two medicines : Bilastine and Montelukast. Bilastine is an anti-allergic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body. Montelukast works by blocking the action of leukotriene, a chemical messenger. This reduces inflammation in the airways to prevent asthma and relieve symptoms of allergies.

How to Use Billargic M 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. Billargic M may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Billargic M Tablet

  • In Treatment of Allergic conditions: Billargic M provides relief from allergic symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing and itchy or watery eyes caused by seasonal hay fever (allergic rhinitis), seasonal allergies, and allergies. It works by reducing certain substances in the body that are responsible for the allergic symptoms. Billargic M reduces swelling in the airways and gives relief from the symptoms of asthma.

Uses of Billargic M Tablet

  • Treatment of Allergic conditions

Billargic M Tablet Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Billargic M during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Billargic M may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Liver  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Billargic M in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Billargic M in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Billargic M. Please consult your doctor.
Driving  UNSAFE
Billargic M may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Quick Tips

  • Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.
  • Stop taking Billargic M at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
  • You have been prescribed Billargic M for the treatment of allergy symptoms such as sneezing and runny nose.

References

  1. Nutra Respiro. Bilastine & Montelukast [Product Information].
  2. Montelukast sodium [Prescribing Information]. Whitehouse Station, NJ: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.; 2012.

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