Fexodin Benefits & Uses

Fexodin 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)

Fexodin 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

Fexodin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fexodin 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

Fexodin Related Warnings

Is the use of Fexodin safe for pregnant women?

Fexodin may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Fexodin again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Fexodin safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Fexodin for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Fexodin on the Kidneys?

Fexodin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Fexodin on the Liver?

Fexodin is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Fexodin on the Heart?

Fexodin is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Fexodin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Calcium Carbonate

Moderate

Rifampicin

Ketoconazole

Erythromycin

Fexodin Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Glaucoma
Bladder Infection
Drug Allergy
Drug Allergies

Frequently asked Questions about Fexodin

Is this Fexodin habit forming or addictive?

Fexodin is not addictive in nature.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Fexodin since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Fexodin should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Fexodin is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Fexodin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fexodin

Taking Fexodin with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Fexodin

Consuming Fexodin 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

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