Axofen 30 mg/5 ml (Oral Suspension)

50 ml bottle: ৳ 55.00

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Fexofenadine hydrochloride
Company Aristopharma ltd
Also available as
Axofen 120 mg tablet Axofen 180 mg tablet

ProductTitle

Axofen 30 mg/5 ml Suspension

ProductCategory

  • Antihistamine
  • Allergic Rhinitis Relief
  • Urticaria Symptom Relief

Description

Axofen 30 mg/5 ml Suspension is an antihistamine used for the relief of symptoms associated with seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis, and chronic idiopathic urticaria in adults and children.

ColorOptions

  • Transparent

Dimension

  • Volume: 30 mg/5 ml

AgeGroup

  • Adults
  • Children 2-11 years
  • Children 6-11 years
  • Children 12 years and older

DosageInstructions

  • AllergicRhinitisAdultsAndChildren12YearsAndOlder:
    • 60 mg twice daily
    • 120 mg once daily
    • 180 mg once daily
  • AllergicRhinitisChildren6To11Years:
    • 30 mg twice daily
    • 60 mg once daily
  • AllergicRhinitisChildren2To11Years:
    • 30 mg or 5 ml twice daily
  • ChronicIdiopathicUrticariaAdultsAndChildren12YearsAndOlder:
    • 60 mg twice daily
    • 120 mg once daily
    • 180 mg once daily
  • ChronicIdiopathicUrticariaChildren6To11Years:
    • 30 mg twice daily
    • 60 mg once daily
  • ChronicIdiopathicUrticariaChildren6MonthsToLessThan2Years:
    • 15 mg or 2.5 ml (1/2 tsp) twice daily
  • ChronicIdiopathicUrticariaChildren2To11Years:
    • 30 mg or 5 ml (1 tsp) twice daily

Interaction

  • ErythromycinOrKetoconazoleInteraction: Increases fexofenadine plasma level by 2-3 times
  • OmeprazoleInteraction: No observed interaction
  • AntacidInteraction: Reduces bioavailability, advisable to leave 2 hours between administration

Contraindications

  • Known hypersensitivity to Fexofenadine Hydrochloride

SideEffects

  • CommonSideEffects:
    • Headache
    • Drowsiness
    • Dizziness
    • Nausea
  • LessCommonSideEffects:
    • Tachycardia
    • Palpitations
    • Diarrhea
    • Skin rash
    • Urticaria
    • Pruritus

PregnancyAndLactation

  • PregnancyUse: Not recommended unless clearly necessary
  • LactationUse: Not recommended due to potential transfer into human breast milk

PrecautionsAndWarnings

  • SpecialGroupUsage: Administer with care in older people and renally or hepatically impaired patients
  • CardiovascularDiseaseWarning: Associated with adverse reactions like tachycardia and palpitations

SpecialPopulations

  • RenalImpairment: Altered pharmacokinetics, recommended starting dose: 60 mg once daily
  • HepaticImpairment: No substantial effect on pharmacokinetics
  • ElderlyPatients: Altered pharmacokinetics, increased bioavailability

OverdoseEffects

  • ReportedEffects:
    • Dizziness
    • Drowsiness
    • Fatigue
    • Dry mouth
  • MaximumToleratedDose: Not established
  • TreatmentRecommendation: Symptomatic and supportive treatment, haemodialysis ineffective

TherapeuticClass

Non-sedating antihistamines

StorageConditions

Keep in a dry place away from light and heat. Keep out of the reach of children

ChemicalStructure

  • MolecularFormula: C32H39NO4
  • ImageURL: https://medex.com.bd/storage/res/g-res-468-fexofenadine-hydrochloride-chemical-structure-HrM3XW8ofnGVhLdcBRox.svg

CommonlyAskedQuestions

  • AboutSuspension:
    • Introduction: Antihistamine used for the relief of allergy symptoms
    • CommonUses:
      • Allergic rhinitis
      • Urticaria
    • CommonSideEffects:
      • Vomiting
      • Headache
      • Coughing
      • Diarrhea
      • Painful menstruation
      • Hives
      • Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands, and feet
    • StorageAndDisposalInstructions: Keep in a cool dry place, out of reach of children and pets
    • DrowsinessEffect: Can cause sleepiness
    • OverdoseWarning: Do not take an overdose
    • OnsetOfAction: Starts working within 1 hour, peak benefit within 6 hours
    • IndoorAndOutdoorRelief: Relieves symptoms caused by outdoor and indoor allergens
    • CopingWithDizziness: Take rest, avoid heavy machinery or driving, consult a doctor if extreme dizziness
    • AntacidInteraction: Should not be used in combination with antacids
    • DosageInstructions: Take as recommended by the doctor, avoid overdose
    • AvoidableFoodsAndDrinks: Avoid fruit juices like grapefruit, orange, or apple juice
    • HeartProblemsCaution: Exercise caution for those with heart disorders
    • QuickTips:
      • Effectively treats allergy symptoms by blocking histamine
      • Less likely to induce sleepiness compared to similar medicines
      • Avoid consumption with fruit juices
      • May cause nausea, avoid rich or spicy food
      • Avoid using antacids 30 minutes before or after taking
      • Avoid grapefruit, orange, or apple juice
      • Caution for those with heart disorders

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