Alernex

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Alernex Information

Alernex is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Allergic Rhinitis. Other than this, Alernex has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Alernex depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Alernex can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Alernex are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Alernex has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Alernex related warnings talks about Alernex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Alernex can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Alernex in conditions like Drug Allergy, Drug Allergies. Some other conditions that can be affected by Alernex are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Alernex may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Alernex is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.



Alernex Benefits & Uses

Alernex is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Alernex 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: Allergy
  • 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: Allergy
  • 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: Allergy
  • 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: Urticaria Pigmentosa
  • 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


Alernex Side Effects

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

Severe

  • Anaphylactic reaction
  • Skin redness
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Chest Pain

Mild

Alernex Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Alernex safe for pregnant women?


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

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Alernex safe during breastfeeding?


    Alernex may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Alernex on the Kidneys?


    Alernex has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Alernex on the Liver?


    Alernex is completely safe for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Alernex on the Heart?


    Alernex is completely safe for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Alernex with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Alernex Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Alernex

  • Is this Alernex habit forming or addictive?


    Alernex is not addictive in nature.

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


    Alernex does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Alernex should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    Alernex is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Alernex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Alernex


    You can take Alernex with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Alernex


    Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Alernex as it can have severe side effects.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Alernex

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Alernex?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Take Alernex as long as the doctor has recommended you to take it. Do not take it longer than prescribed.

Question about 5 years ago

What is Alernex?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Alernex is a brand name of fexofenadine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called antihistamines (H1 receptor blocker). It is used in the treatment of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itchy eyes/nose, sneezing and other types of allergies.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Alernex with ambroxol?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Alernex can be taken with ambroxol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported after taking this drug. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug please inform your doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Alernex safe to use?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Alernex is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as drowsiness, diarrhea, constipation, weakness, and tiredness.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Alernex for cold?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Alernex can be taken for relieving symptoms of a cold. However, it is not the best drug to be taken for treating cold. Contact your doctor for the right line of treatment for cold.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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

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