Fexofenadine 120 MG (FEX-PD)
| Packaging | 10X10 |
|---|---|
| Product | FEX-PD |
| Speciality | Derma Medicine |
| Brand | Pharma Drugs & Chemicals |
Fexofenadine is an antihistamine that is used to relieve allergy symptoms include runny nose, watery eyes, itching eyes/nose, body itching, and sneezing, and hives. This medicine works by blocking a certain natural substance known as histamine that your body makes during an allergic reaction.
Some medications are not suitable for people having certain conditions, and sometimes a medicine might only be used if extra care is taken. Due to these reasons, before you or your child start taking fexofenadine it is prime that your doctor knows the following conditions such as:
If you are trying for a baby, you are pregnant or do breastfeeding.
If you ever had an allergic reaction to another antihistamine, or to any other medicine.
If you are taking or using any other medicines which involve any medicine purchase without prescription, as well as herbal or complementary medicines.
Some side effects are common which go away when your body gets used to the medicine. If your side effects are persistent then talk to your doctor straight away. Side effects that happen with the intake of Fexofenadine include the following:-
Headache
Cough
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Upper respiratory tract infection
Muscle pain
Back pain
Fever
Menstrual cramps
Stomach discomfort or upset
Pain in extremities
Drowsiness
Nausea
Runny or stuffy nose
Sleepiness
Tiredness
The serious side effects of Fexofenadine are as follow:-
Chills
Fever
Body aches
Cough
Other flu symptoms
Postmarketing side effects of fexofenadine include:-
Nervousness
Sleep disorders(paranoia, insomnia)
Hypersensitivity reactions
Hives
Skin swelling
Serve allergic reactions(anaphylaxis)
Chest tightness
Shortness of breath
Flushing
Itching
Rash
Dosage of Fexofenadine:-
Dosage forms and strengths:
Tablets
30mg 60mg 180mg
Oral suspension
30mg/mL
Oral disintegrating tablets
30mg
Dosage considerations must be given as follows:
Chronic hives(Urticaria), Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis
Adult: 180 mg orally once a day or 60 mg orally twice a day
Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis
Children under 2 years: not recommended
Children 2-12 years: 30mg orally twice a day
Children over 12 years: 60 mg orally twice a day OR 180 mg orally once a day
Allegra ODT
Children 6-12 years: 30 mg orally twice a day
Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria
Children under 2 years: not recommended
Children 2-12 years: 30mg orally twice a day
Children over 12 years: 60 mg orally twice a day OR 180 mg orally once a day
Allegra ODT
Children 6-12 years: 30 mg orally twice a day
Dosing modification
Renal impairment(CrCl less than 80mL/min): 60mg orally once per day initially
Children under 6 months: safety and efficacy not found
Children 6 months to 2 years: 15 mg orally once per day, initially
Children 2-12 years: 30 mg orally once per day, initially
Children over 12 years: 60 mg orally once per day, initially
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- What Kind Of Special Dietary Instructions Do I Need To Follow?
Do not take fexofenadine with fruit juice such as orange, apple, or grapefruit. These juices can make it difficult for your body to absorb fexofenadine.
Try to avoid taking an antacid within 2 hours before or after you take fexofenadine. Some antacids can make it difficult for your body to absorb fexofenadine.
Consult with your doctor or pharmacist before using other cough or cold-related medicines that might contain similar ingredients.
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