Fenofex 30 mg/5 ml (Oral Suspension)
50 ml bottle: ৳ 60.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Fexofenadine hydrochloride |
| Company | Incepta pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Relief of symptoms associated with seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis
- Relief of symptoms associated with chronic idiopathic urticaria
- Improves health-related quality of life and work/activity productivity
Pharmacology
- H1 histamine receptor mediator for hypersensitivity and allergic reactions
- Fexofenadine acts as an 'inverse agonist' on the H1 receptor
- Selective affinity for H1 receptors
Dosage & Administration
- Different dosages for adults and children
- Administration based on age and specific conditions like impaired renal function
Interaction
- No hepatic biotransformation
- Increased level of fexofenadine with erythromycin or ketoconazole coadministration
- No interaction with omeprazole
- Reduction in bioavailability with antacids containing aluminium and magnesium hydroxide
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to Fexofenadine Hydrochloride or its ingredients
Side Effects
- Common side effects include headache, drowsiness, dizziness
- Rare side effects include tachycardia, palpitations, insomnia
- Skin-related side effects like rash, urticaria, pruritus
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Limited data on pregnant women, caution advised
- Crosses into human breast milk, not recommended for breastfeeding mothers
Precautions & Warnings
- Limited data in older people and renally/hepatically impaired patients
- Antihistamines associated with adverse reactions in patients with cardiovascular disease
Use in Special Populations
- Altered pharmacokinetics in renal impaired individuals
- Recommended starting dose for patients with decreased renal function
Overdose Effects
- Reported effects include dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth
- No established maximum tolerated dose
- Symptomatic and supportive treatment recommended
Therapeutic Class
- Non-sedating antihistamines
Storage Conditions
- Store in a dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C32H39NO4
- Image representation of the chemical structure
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