Allegra

Drug Name:

Fexofenadine HCl 120mg, 180mg Tablets

Category:

International Brand: Telfast

Telfast

Details

Fexofenadine HCL 120mg, 180mg Tablets are antihistamines and antiallergens also available under the brand name Allegra in India. It is known by the name of Telfast worldwide.

 Uses

  • Allegra is used in relieving hypersensitivity reaction symptoms like watery eyes, runny nose, haptic sensation eyes/nose, sneezing, hives, and haptic sensation.
  • If you’re taking Telfast over-the-counter products to self-treat, scan all directions on the merchandise package before taking this medication. If you’ve got any queries, consult your pill roller.
  • The dosage of this medicine relies on your medical condition, age, and response to the treatment. Don’t increase your dose or take this medication a lot more typically than directed.

How to take this medication

  • Take the Allegra tablet/capsule or liquid kind of this medication with or without food.
  • Permit the rapidly-dissolving pill to dissolve on the tongue then swallow, with or while not water.
  • Don’t remove the Allegra pill from the packing till right before consumption.
  • If you wish a liquid to require this medication (such as once taking the tablets/capsules), then take this medication with water.
  • Don’t take with fruit juices (such as apple, grapefruit, or orange) since they will decrease the absorption of this drug.

Dosage

Fexofenadine HCL 120mg, 180mg tablets are given to patients according to their age groups. It is given in different quantities to children, adults and aged people.

  • For children ageing 2 to 11 years- 30 mg once in a day.
  • For adults and children above 12 years- 60 mg once in a day.
  • For infants and small children ageing 6 months to 2 years- 15 mg once in a day.

Side Effects

Fexofenadine HCl 120mg, 180mg Tablets may cause several side effects. Some common side effects may include:

  • Cough, fever, or upset stomach. If any of these effects don’t go away or worsen, tell your doctor immediately

Rare but fatal side effects

  • Serious allergic reaction
  • Serious hypersensitivity

Precautions

  • During pregnancy, make sure to talk to your doctor before taking this medicine as it is not advised in minor conditions.
  • Caution is advised if you have phenylketonuria (PKU), diabetes or any other condition that doesn’t allow you to take these substances in your diet.
  • Before taking Fexofenadine HCl 120mg, 180mg Tablets, tell your doctor if you’re allergic to it; or if you’ve got the other allergies.
  • If you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including rash, itching or swelling, call your doctor immediately as it can be fatal.
  • This product could contain inactive ingredients, which may cause hypersensitivity or different issues. See your pill roller for a lot of details.

For diabetic people: Liquid products or rapidly-dissolving tablets of Fexofenadine HCL could contain sugar.