Skin assessment
- Medical questionnaire and photo review
- Personalized treatment plan
- Prescription when appropriate
CA$175
per consultation
Modern Dermatology
Blexten
Bilastine
Prescription only
Blexten prescribed online(Bilastine)
Blexten is a non-drowsy antihistamine tablet for hives and itch. A Canadian-licensed medical professional reviews your symptoms and, when appropriate, sends a prescription to your pharmacy.
Start my assessmentAt a glance
- Oral antihistamine (bilastine)
- For hives and itch
- Works within hours
Why Modern Dermatology
- Canadian-licensed medical professionals, 100% online
- Prescriptions sent to your pharmacy or delivered
- Follow-up and refills through your Care Team
Seek emergency care at once for swelling of the lips, tongue or throat, trouble breathing, or dizziness with hives. These can be signs of a severe allergic reaction.
Choosing the right dose for you
Your clinician decides the dose and how long to take it. It depends on your hives, your health and your kidney function. Take it as the label says.
Considerations include
- How often hives or itch occur
- How severe your symptoms are
- Past antihistamines and how they worked
- Kidney function
- Other medicines you take
How Blexten works
Blexten blocks the signal that causes hives
Hives happen when skin cells release histamine. Histamine causes swelling, redness and itch. Bilastine blocks histamine at its receptor, so the signal does not reach the nerves and vessels.
Blocking it eases itch and flattens welts. It does not stop the cause of chronic hives, so your clinician may look at the triggers too.
Modern Dermatology
Blexten
Bilastine
Prescription only
Recommended for
- Hives (urticaria)
- Itch linked to allergies
- People who want a non-drowsy option
- Long-term hive control
- People who cannot take older antihistamines
Your clinician reviews your skin and history, and confirms that this treatment is right for you before prescribing.
Blocks histamine
Stops the itch signal
Flattens welts
Raised areas settle
Causes little drowsiness
Clear head during the day
Works within hours
Relief comes the same day
How it works.
- 01
Tell us about your skin
Complete a quick medical questionnaire and upload a few photos of your skin concerns. No appointment needed.
- 02
Get your personalized treatment plan
A Canadian-licensed medical professional will review your information and recommend a personalized treatment plan, including prescriptions when appropriate. Most conditions can be assessed without a video consultation.
- 03
Start your treatment
Get your prescribed medications delivered right to your door. Medication costs are billed separately from your consultation.
- 04
Follow up on your progress
At a follow-up, your clinician can review your progress, discuss side effects and adjust your treatment if needed.
Clear answers.
Have more questions? See our full FAQ or Contact us.
Still have questions? Reach our care team at 514 111 1111
Start my assessmentBlexten contains bilastine, which blocks histamine receptors. Histamine drives itch and swelling in hives. Blocking it eases symptoms.
Many people feel less itch within hours. Control of chronic hives can take a few days of regular use. Your clinician reviews how well it works at follow-up.
Most people have fewer hives and less itch. Results vary, and some people need other care. Blexten eases symptoms but does not remove the cause of chronic hives.
Yes, when it is appropriate for you. A Canadian-licensed medical professional reviews your online intake. Your clinician decides if Blexten is right for you.
Most people have few effects. Headache, tiredness, drowsiness and dry mouth can happen. Tell your Care Team about a fast heartbeat or fainting.
Do not take it if you are allergic to bilastine. Tell your clinician about kidney disease, heart rhythm problems and other medicines. Ask about pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Options include rupatadine, another antihistamine, omalizumab for hives that do not settle, cyclosporine, dupilumab and hydrocortisone for itchy skin. Your clinician explains which fit your symptoms.
Often yes. Do not take other antihistamines at the same time unless your clinician says so. Avoid alcohol if it makes you drowsy. Do not take it with fruit juice.
Tell your clinician if you are pregnant, plan a pregnancy or breastfeed. Your clinician weighs the benefits and risks and decides.
Yes. Blexten is the brand, and generic bilastine products include Apo-Bilastine, Auro-Bilastine, Jamp Bilastine, Pms-Bilastine and Sandoz Bilastine. They have the same active ingredient. Your pharmacist can tell you what your plan covers.
Each consultation costs CA$175. Your pharmacy charges separately for medication. Ask your insurer whether your plan covers the prescribed treatment.
Your clinician sets how long a prescription lasts and when to check in. Your Care Team arranges follow-up and renewals when appropriate. Do not stop or change Blexten on your own.
Simple pricing for your skin care.
Medication costs are separate. Ask your insurer whether your plan reimburses online consultations.
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Related treatments
Your clinician can suggest another option when this one is not the right fit.