Bilaxten ODT

Bilaxten ODT

bilastine

Manufacturer:

A. Menarini

Distributor:

A. Menarini
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Bilastine
Indications/Uses
Symptomatic treatment of allergic rhino-conjunctivitis (seasonal & perennial) & urticaria in childn 6-11 yr at least 20 kg.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Adult & adolescent (>12 yr) 20 mg daily. Childn 6-11 yr at least 20 kg Symptomatic relief of allergic rhino-conjunctivitis (seasonal & perennial allergic rhinitis) & urticaria 10 mg once daily.
Administration
Should be taken on an empty stomach: Take 1 hr before or 2 hr after intake of food or fruit juice. Place in the mouth to rapidly disperse then swallow. May also disperse tab in water. Do not use grapefruit juice or any other fruit juices for dispersion.
Special Precautions
Avoid coadministration w/ P-gp inhibitors eg, ketoconazole, erythromycin, cyclosporine, ritonavir or diltiazem in patients w/ moderate or severe renal impairment. May affect the ability to drive or use machines. Avoid use during pregnancy. Lactation. Childn <6 yr & <20 kg.
Adverse Reactions
Headache. Childn: Rhinitis; allergic conjunctivitis; abdominal/upper abdominal pain. Adult & adolescent: Somnolence, dizziness; fatigue.
Drug Interactions
Reduced/decreased bioavailability w/ food, grapefruit & other fruit juices. Decreased plasma conc w/ OATP1A2 substrate or inhibitors eg, ritonavir or rifampicin. Increased AUC & Cmax w/ ketoconazole & erythromycin. Increased plasma conc w/ P-gp substrates or inhibitors eg, cyclosporine. Increased Cmax w/ diltiazem.
MIMS Class
Antihistamines & Antiallergics
ATC Classification
R06AX29 - bilastine ; Belongs to the class of other antihistamines for systemic use.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Bilaxten ODT orodispersible tab 10 mg
Packing/Price
50's (P41.25/orodispersible tab)
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