Fexofenadine Tablets
Developed to target allergic symptoms, indicated to alleviate hay fever.
Strengths: 120 · 180mg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Alternative names
Telfast; Allevia
- Therapeutic class
Antihistamine
- Pharmacological class
H1-receptor Antagonist
- Contraindications
hypersensitivity to fexofenadine
- Minor side effects
headache; drowsiness; nausea; dizziness
- Moderate side effects
fatigue; dry mouth
- Dosage forms
Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Patient summary
Developed to target allergic symptoms, indicated to alleviate hay fever.
- Prescription status
P
- Manufacturer
Sanofi
- Onset Time
1–2 hours
- Duration
12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
Store below 25°C in a dry place.
- Drug interactions
grapefruit juice; apple juice; orange juice; antacids
- Age restrictions
Suitable for adults and adolescents from 12 years.
Precautions and warnings
avoid taking with fruit juices; use with caution in patients with history of cardiovascular disease
Serious side effects
anaphylaxis — requires immediate medical attention; angioedema — requires immediate medical attention; chest tightness — requires immediate medical attention
Mechanism of action
Fexofenadine is a non-sedating histamine H1-receptor antagonist. It works by blocking histamine binding to H1 receptors on cells, effectively preventing the initiation of allergic responses such as sneezing, itching, and hives without causing significant drowsiness.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if strictly necessary. Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor before use.
Fexofenadine Tablets
Developed to target allergic symptoms, indicated to alleviate hay fever.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Fexofenadine
- Listed indication(s): Allergic Rhinitis, Urticaria
Usually available as
- 90 tablets - 120 mg1385-120-mg-16627
- 90 tablets - 180 mg1385-180-mg-16634