blson 20mg tablet - Bilastine (20mg) medicine

blson 20mg tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes

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๐Ÿญ Unison Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Jun 29, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jun 29, 2026

What is blson 20mg tablet used for?

Ata Tablet (Bilastine) is used to treat RESPIRATORY. It contains Bilastine (20mg), which Selective peripheral H1 receptor antagonist; inhibits histamine release from mas. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Bilastine
  • Manufacturer: Unison Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: A
  • Prescription Required: Yes
๐Ÿ’ก Did You Know? The first generic medicine was introduced in India in 1970 after the Patents Act was amended.

๐Ÿ’Š blson 20mg tablet Uses & Benefits

Seasonal allergic rhinitis, perennial allergic rhinitis, urticaria.

Off-label uses: Atopic dermatitis, Allergic conjunctivitis

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Bilastine
Brand NameAta Tablet
ManufacturerUnison Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassRESPIRATORY
Action ClassH1 Antihistaminics (second Generation)
Route of AdministrationOral
StorageStore at room temperature (20-25ยฐC); protect from moisture.
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionRapidly absorbed after oral administration; peak plasma concentration achieved within 1 hour.
DistributionWidely distributed; volume of distribution approximately 1.3 L/kg.
Protein Binding84-90% bound to plasma proteins.
MetabolismMinimally metabolized; primarily via CYP3A4 and CYP2C9 to a minor extent.
Half-Life14.5 hours
ExcretionExcreted mainly unchanged in urine (33%) and feces (67%).
BioavailabilityApproximately 61%
Onset of Action1 hour
Peak Plasma Time1-1.5 hours
Duration of Action24 hours

How It Works

Selective peripheral H1 receptor antagonist; inhibits histamine release from mast cells and basophils.

Mechanism Steps

1Bilastine binds selectively to peripheral H1 receptors.
2Blocks histamine from binding to H1 receptors.
3Prevents histamine-induced vasodilation, increased vascular permeability, and sensory nerve stimulation.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take blson 20mg tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of blson 20mg tablet

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Headache
  • Somnolence
  • Dizziness
  • Fatigue
  • Dry mouth

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • Hypersensitivity reactions
  • Angioedema
  • Severe sedation

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Palpitations
  • Tachycardia
  • Elevated liver enzymes

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
Ketoconazole Major Increased bilastine plasma concentration (AUC increased 2-3 fold)
Erythromycin Major Increased bilastine plasma concentration (AUC increased 2-3 fold)
Ritonavir Major Increased bilastine plasma concentration
Itraconazole Major Increased bilastine plasma concentration
Ciclosporin Moderate Possible increased bilastine levels
Diltiazem Moderate Possible increased bilastine levels
Fluconazole Moderate Possible increased bilastine levels
Grapefruit juice Moderate Decreased bilastine absorption
Cimetidine Minor Minor increase in bilastine levels
Ranitidine Minor Minor increase in bilastine levels
Antacids Minor Reduced bilastine absorption

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • Ketoconazole
  • Erythromycin
  • Ritonavir
  • Itraconazole

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • Ciclosporin
  • Diltiazem
  • Fluconazole
  • Grapefruit juice

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Cimetidine
  • Ranitidine
  • Antacids

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

Food reduces bioavailability; take on an empty stomach.

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

May increase sedation risk; avoid concurrent use.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to bilastine or any excipients; severe renal impairment (CrCl <30 mL/min).

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Monitor for sedation, renal function in elderly, and potential drug interactions.

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Excreted in breast milk; caution advised.

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

Symptomatic and supportive treatment; no specific antidote.

โฐ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered; skip if almost time for next dose; do not double dose.

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

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Reviewed: Jun 29, 2026

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๐Ÿ”„ Substitutes for blson 20mg tablet

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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.

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