Fexo Benefits & Uses

Fexo is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Allergy (Read More - Simple and Effective Home Remedies for Allergy Relief)
Urticaria Pigmentosa
Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)

Other Benefits

Hives
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Tonsillitis
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)

Fexo Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 60 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Or 180 mg once daily
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 60 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Or 180 mg once daily
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 60 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Fexo Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fexo is used -

Severe

Anaphylactic reaction
Skin redness
Difficulty breathing
Chest Pain

Mild

Drowsiness
Fatigue
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Headache

Fexo Related Warnings

Is the use of Fexo safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Fexo. It is best to stop taking Fexo immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Fexo safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Fexo as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Fexo on the Kidneys?

Fexo may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Fexo on the Liver?

Using Fexo does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Fexo on the Heart?

Fexo is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Fexo with Other Drugs

Fexo should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Calcium Carbonate

Moderate

Rifampicin

Ketoconazole

Erythromycin

Fexo Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fexo unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Glaucoma
Bladder Infection
Drug Allergy
Drug Allergies

Frequently asked Questions about Fexo

Is this Fexo habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Fexo is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Fexo will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Fexo only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Fexo is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Fexo Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fexo

Taking Fexo with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Fexo

Consuming Fexo with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Allegra® (fexofenadine hydrochloride)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 163,166

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