Medicines based on Fexofenadine
Fexofenadine Tablet Information
Fexofenadine Tablet is a prescription medicine. It is primarily used for the treatment of Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Allergic Rhinitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Fexofenadine Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Fexofenadine Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Fexofenadine Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Fexofenadine Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Fexofenadine Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Fexofenadine Tablet related warnings talks about Fexofenadine Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Fexofenadine 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 Fexofenadine Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Fexofenadine Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Fexofenadine Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
- Fexofenadine Tablet Benefits & Uses
- Fexofenadine Tablet Dosage & How to Take
- Fexofenadine Tablet Side Effects
- Fexofenadine Tablet Related Warnings
- Severe Interaction of Fexofenadine Tablet with Other Drugs
- Fexofenadine Tablet Contraindications
- Frequently asked Questions about Fexofenadine Tablet
- Fexofenadine Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol
Fexofenadine Tablet Benefits & Uses
Fexofenadine Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Fexofenadine Tablet 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
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Fexofenadine Tablet Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fexofenadine Tablet 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
Fexofenadine Tablet Related Warnings
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Is the use of Fexofenadine Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Fexofenadine may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Fexofenadine again without your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
Is the use of Fexofenadine Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Fexofenadine for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
Mild -
What is the effect of Fexofenadine Tablet on the Kidneys?
Fexofenadine has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Fexofenadine Tablet on the Liver?
Using Fexofenadine does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Fexofenadine Tablet on the Heart?
You can take Fexofenadine without any fear of damage to the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Fexofenadine Tablet with Other Drugs
Fexofenadine Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Fexofenadine Tablet Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fexofenadine Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Glaucoma
- Bladder Infection
- Drug Allergy
- Drug Allergies
Frequently asked Questions about Fexofenadine Tablet
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Is this Fexofenadine Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Fexofenadine Tablet 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 Fexofenadine Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Fexofenadine Tablet only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Fexofenadine Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Fexofenadine Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Fexofenadine Tablet
It is safe to take Fexofenadine Tablet with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Fexofenadine Tablet
Taking Fexofenadine Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Severe
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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
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
