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Nilhist 20 Tablet
Bilastine (20mg)
Nilhist 20 Tablet is used for allergic conditions.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
₹113₹11.25 per tablet
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Key details
Salt: Bilastine (20mg)
Available variants: tablet tablet 10`S
Best price: ₹113 (₹11.25 per tablet)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: JB CHEMICALS
Ordering notes
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Please confirm with your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands — they will check that the strength and form match your prescription.
Composition of Nilhist 20 Tablet
Nilhist 20 Tablet contains Bilastine (20mg). It belongs to the Antihistamine / leukotriene antagonist class of medicines.
Uses of Nilhist 20 Tablet
Allergic conditions
Key benefits
- In Allergic conditions Allergic conditions occur when the body’s immune system overreacts to normally harmless substances such as pollen
- dust
- pet dander
- or certain foods
- leading to symptoms like sneezing
- a runny nose
- itchy eyes
- and skin rashes. Nilhist 20mg Tablet helps relieve these allergy symptoms
- improving comfort and allowing individuals to carry out daily activities without disruption.
How Nilhist 20 Tablet works
Nilhist 20mg Tablet is an antiallergic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.
How to take Nilhist 20 Tablet
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it unless your doctor has told you to. Take it with or without food, often in the evening. Taking it at about the same time each day helps you remember. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can cause severe drowsiness, a fast heartbeat, confusion and, in children, agitation and fits. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Nilhist 20 Tablet
Most side effects of Nilhist are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Nilhist 20mg Tablet does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur
- they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-
Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Nilhist 20 Tablet
| Pregnancy | Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding. |
| Alcohol | Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine. |
| Driving | May cause drowsiness or affect your concentration. Do not drive until you know how it affects you. |
| Kidney | Kidney SAFE IF PRESCRIBED |
| Liver | Liver SAFE IF PRESCRIBED |
| Habit forming | No |
Warnings and precautions
Older antihistamines cause marked drowsiness — do not drive or operate machinery until you know how this affects you. Tell your doctor promptly about any change in mood, sleep, agitation or unusual thoughts while taking montelukast; this is uncommon but recognised. This relieves the symptoms of an allergy; it does not treat the cause, and it is not a treatment for an acute asthma attack. Seek emergency care for swelling of the lips, tongue or throat, or difficulty breathing.
Do not take Nilhist if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. The sedating antihistamines are not suitable for very young children, or for people with glaucoma or an enlarged prostate, without medical advice.
Interactions with other medicines
Alcohol, sleeping tablets and other sedating medicines add to the drowsiness. Tell your doctor about all cold and cough preparations — many already contain an antihistamine.
How to store Nilhist 20 Tablet
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Expert advice for Nilhist 20 Tablet
Your doctor has prescribed Nilhist 20mg Tablet to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes. As compared to other similar medications, it is much less likely to make you feel sleepy. Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication as it may cause increased sleepiness. Stop taking Nilhist 20mg Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- JB CHEMICALS
- Therapeutic class:
- RESPIRATORY
- Drug class:
- Antihistamine / leukotriene antagonist
- Chemical class:
- Benzimidazoles
Substitutes for Nilhist 20 Tablet
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Bilastine (20mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Nilhist 20 Tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| B Sys TabletSYSTOPIC LAB | tablet · 10`S | ₹52 | 54% cheaper |
| B-Sys 40 mg TabletSYSTOPIC LAB | tablet · 10`S | ₹89 | 21% cheaper |
| Ata TabletFDC Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹101 | 10% cheaper |
| Xembil 20 TabletXEMEX PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹115 | 2% more |
| T Bil 20 mg TabletTRIKONA PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹122 | 8% more |
| Bilanta 20 mg TabletAJANTA PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹138 | 22% more |
| Histabil Tablet 20 mgKLM LAB | tablet · 10`S | ₹140 | 24% more |
| Beltas TabletGLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS | tablet · 10`S | ₹153 | 36% more |
| Bilasure 20 mg TabletSUN PHARMA 2 | tablet · 10`S | ₹156 | 38% more |
| Bilashine 20 mg TabletSUN PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹156 | 38% more |
| Bilahist M TabletMED MANOR ORGANICS PVT LTD | tablet · 10`S | ₹165 | 47% more |
| Ubil 20 mg TabletDr Reddys Laboratories Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹178 | 58% more |
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Nilhist 20 Tablet FAQs
What is Nilhist 20 Tablet used for?
Nilhist 20 Tablet is commonly used for Allergic conditions. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Nilhist 20 Tablet?
Nilhist 20 Tablet contains Bilastine (20mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Nilhist 20 Tablet?
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Nilhist 20 Tablet work?
Nilhist 20mg Tablet is an antiallergic medication.
Is Nilhist 20 Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Nilhist 20 Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Nilhist 20 Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Nilhist are Nilhist 20mg Tablet does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Nilhist 20 Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Nilhist.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Nilhist 20 Tablet?
Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
What if I miss a dose of Nilhist 20 Tablet?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Nilhist 20 Tablet habit forming?
No. Nilhist 20 Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Nilhist 20 Tablet?
B Sys Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹52 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Nilhist 20 Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Nilhist 20 Tablet starts at ₹113 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet tablet 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Nilhist 20 Tablet?
Nilhist 20 Tablet is manufactured by JB CHEMICALS. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Nilhist 20 Tablet delivered?
Nilhist 20 Tablet is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Nilhist 20 Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Bilastine (20mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹113 (₹11.25 per tablet)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- JB CHEMICALS
- Manufacturer
- JB CHEMICALS
- Therapeutic class
- RESPIRATORY
- Drug class
- Antihistamine / leukotriene antagonist
- Chemical class
- Benzimidazoles
- Action class
- Second-Generation H1 Antihistamines
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet tablet 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Nilhist 20 Tablet is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Nilhist 20 Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.