Ritch 60 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 5.04 (5 x 10: ৳ 252.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 50.40
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Fexofenadine hydrochloride |
| Company | Aci limited |
| 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 mediates hypersensitivity and allergic reactions
- Fexofenadine acts as an 'inverse agonist' of the H1 receptor
- Selective affinity for H1 receptors
- No evidence of antidopaminergic, antiserotonergic, anticholinergic, sedative, or adrenergic blocking activity
- Does not cross the blood-brain barrier
Dosage & Administration
- Different dosages for adults and children
- Dosage adjustments based on impaired renal function
- Tablet options: 60 mg twice daily, 120 mg once daily, 180 mg once daily
- Suspension options for children
Interaction
- Coadministration with erythromycin or ketoconazole can increase fexofenadine level in plasma
- No interaction with omeprazole observed
- Antacids containing aluminium and magnesium hydroxide can reduce bioavailability
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to Fexofenadine Hydrochloride or any of its ingredients
Side Effects
- Common: headache, drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, fatigue
- Rare: tachycardia, palpitations, diarrhea, rash, urticaria, pruritus
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Limited data on use during pregnancy
- Not recommended for lactating mothers
- No human data on effect on fertility
Precautions & Warnings
- Limited data in older people and renally or hepatically impaired patients
- Caution in patients with history of or ongoing cardiovascular disease
Use in Special Populations
- Altered pharmacokinetics in individuals with renal impairment
- No substantial effect on pharmacokinetics in moderate to severe hepatic disease
- Adverse events in elderly patients similar to those under 65 years
Overdose Effects
- Reported effects: dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue, dry mouth
- No clinically significant adverse reactions observed with recommended doses
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
Common Questions about Ritch 60 mg Tablet
- Relieves allergy symptoms such as runny nose, itching eyes/nose, sneezing, hives, itching
- Has reported side effects such as vomiting, headache, coughing, diarrhea, painful menstruation
- Should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack