|
ALLEGRA
IMPORTANT NOTE:
THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS INTENDED TO SUPPLEMENT, NOT SUBSTITUTE
FOR, THE EXPERTISE AND JUDGMENT OF YOUR PHYSICIAN, PHARMACIST OR
OTHER HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL. IT SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO
INDICATE THAT USE OF THE DRUG IS SAFE, APPROPRIATE, OR EFFECTIVE FOR
YOU. CONSULT YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL BEFORE USING ALLEGRA.
FEXOFENADINE 180MG TABLET - ORAL (fex-oh-FEN-uh-deen)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S):
Allegra
USES:
ALLEGRA is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as
watery, itchy, red eyes; sneezing, runny nose, itchy throat.
Fexofenadine is also used for certain cases of itching skin (chronic
idiopathic urticaria).
HOW TO TAKE ALLEGRA:
Take ALLEGRA by mouth as directed, usually once daily. This may be
taken with food or milk if stomach upset occurs.
SIDE EFFECTS:
Nausea, stomach upset, menstrual cramps, fatigue or cold symptoms
may occur. If these effects continue or become severe, inform your
doctor. Very unlikely but report promptly:
dizziness, fainting, irregular pulse. Although drowsiness is
uncommon at usual doses under normal circumstances, be aware that
ALLEGRA may have such an effect before engaging in activities
requiring alertness. If you notice other effects not listed above,
contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS:
Before taking this, tell your doctor if you have: kidney disease,
heart disease, any allergies. Do not take ALLEGRA for several days
before any allergy testing since test results can be affected. Limit
alcohol intake, as it may aggravate drug side effects. ALLEGRA
should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the
risks and benefits with your doctor. It is unknown if ALLEGRA is
excreted into breast milk. Consult with your doctor before
breast-feeding. Caution is advised when ALLEGRA is used in the
elderly.
DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of any nonprescription or prescription medication
you may use, especially drugs that may affect the heart (QT
prolongation) such as:
astemizole, cisapride, pentamidine, psychiatric drugs (e.g.,
chlorpromazine or amitriptyline), quinidine, procainamide,
amiodarone, sotalol. Do not start or stop any medicine without
doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center
or emergency room immediately.
NOTES:
Do not share ALLEGRA with others.
MISSED DOSE:
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near
the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your
usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to
catch up.
STORAGE:
Store at room temperature between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 to 25
degrees C) away from light and moisture. Do not store in the
bathroom.
|