Odafen 180 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 9.50 (3 x 10: ৳ 285.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 95.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Fexofenadine hydrochloride |
| Company | Navana pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
- Odafen 180 mg Tablet
Categories
- Allergic Rhinitis Relief
- Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria Relief
- Non-sedating Antihistamines
Description
- Odafen 180 mg Tablet is an antihistamine that relieves symptoms associated with seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis and chronic idiopathic urticaria in adults and children 12 years and older. It works by blocking histamine that the body makes during an allergic reaction.
Dosage
- 60 mg twice daily
- 120 mg once daily
- 180 mg once daily for adults and children 12 years and older; dosage varies based on age and renal function
Mode of Action
- Fexofenadine acts as an inverse agonist of the H1 receptor, preventing the activation and downstream effects of histamine, with potent and selective affinity for H1 receptors
Indications
- Relief of symptoms associated with allergic rhinitis and chronic idiopathic urticaria, including sneezing, rhinorrhea, lacrimation, itchy, red eyes, itchy nose/palate/throat, and improvement in health-related quality of life and work/activity productivity
Interaction
- Coadministration with erythromycin or ketoconazole results in increased fexofenadine levels in plasma; antacids containing aluminium and magnesium hydroxide may reduce bioavailability
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to Fexofenadine Hydrochloride or any of its ingredients
Side Effects
- Headache
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Fatigue
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Insomnia
- Tachycardia
- Diarrhea
- Rash
- Urticaria
- Pruritus
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not recommended for use during pregnancy unless clearly necessary due to limited data; caution advised for nursing mothers due to potential excretion in human breast milk
Precautions & Warnings
- Administer with care in older people and renally/hepatically impaired patients; caution for patients with history of cardiovascular disease; unlikely to produce significant effects on central nervous system function
Use in Special Populations
- Altered pharmacokinetics in individuals with renal impairment; increased bioavailability in individuals over 65 years of age
Overdose Effects
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Fatigue
- Dry mouth
- Symptomatic and supportive treatment recommended
Therapeutic Class
- Non-sedating antihistamines
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a dry place away from light and heat; Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula : C32H39NO4
Commonly Asked Questions
- Relieves allergy symptoms such as runny nose, itching eyes/nose, sneezing, hives, and itching; Can cause dizziness; Storage in a cool dry place; Can make you feel sleepy; Starts working within 1 hour; Can relieve symptoms of outdoor and indoor allergies