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Fexofen 120 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Allergic Rhinitis. Other than this, Fexofen 120 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Fexofen 120 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Fexofen 120 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Fexofen 120 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Fexofen 120 Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Fexofen 120 Tablet related warnings talks about Fexofen 120 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Fexofen 120 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Drug Allergy, Drug Allergies are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Fexofen 120 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Fexofen 120 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Fexofen 120 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Fexofen 120 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fexofen 120 Tablet is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Fexofen 120 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Fexofen can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Fexofen right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Fexofen 120 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Fexofen for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Fexofen 120 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Fexofen has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Fexofen 120 Tablet on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Fexofen on the liver.
What is the effect of Fexofen 120 Tablet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Fexofen for the heart.
Fexofen 120 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fexofen 120 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fexofen 120 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Fexofen 120 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Fexofen 120 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Fexofen 120 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Fexofen 120 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fexofen 120 Tablet
You can take Fexofen 120 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fexofen 120 Tablet
Taking Fexofen 120 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
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
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 566
