Role of Bilastine in Allergic Rhinitis: A Narrative Review.

Allergic rhinitis (AR) is considered a trivial disease and is often self-treated with over-the-counter drugs and home remedies. However, AR is a contributing risk factor for asthma associated with complications, including chronic cough, eosinophilic esophagitis, and otitis media with effusion. In AR, inflammation is primarily mediated by histamines.

INDIan Consensus on the mAnagemenT of cOugh at pRimary care setting (INDICATOR).

Background: Cough has a prevalence of 9.6% globally and 5-10% in India. Though it is a reflex action, it affects an individual's quality of life (QoL) when uncontrolled.