Bilastine in the treatment of allergic rhinitis: separating facts from prejudice | Ukrainian Medical Journal

Bilastine, a 2nd generation antihistamine, is indicated for the treatment of allergic rhinitis, allergic rhinoconjunctivitis and chronic urticaria. Bilastine is not metabolised in the liver or kidneys, has a favorable safety and tolerability profile, and is free of sedative, adverse cerebral and cardiotoxic effects. Among the modern H1-blockers, bilastatin best meets the EAACI/ARIA criteria for an optimal antihistamine for the treatment of allergic rhinitis. The provisions of the international Delphi consensus reveal the advantages of using the original bilastine in patients with allergic rhinitis, allergic rhinoconjunctivitis and emphasise of its widespread clinical use.

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