Fexoral 180 mg (Tablet)
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Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Fexofenadine hydrochloride |
| Company | Popular pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
- Fexoral 180 mg Tablet
Categories
- Antihistamine
- Allergic Rhinitis Relief
- Urticaria Relief
- Non-sedating Antihistamines
Description
- Fexoral 180 mg Tablet is an antihistamine used to relieve symptoms associated with allergic rhinitis and chronic idiopathic urticaria in adults and children 12 years and older. It works by blocking histamine that the body produces during an allergic reaction.
Dosage instructions
- Adults and children 12 years and older: Tablet: 60 mg twice daily or 120 mg once daily or 180 mg once daily
Dosage for children
- Children from 6 to 11 years: Tablet: 30 mg twice daily or 60 mg once daily
Dosage for infants
- Children from 6 months to less than 2 years: Suspension: 15 mg or 2.5 ml (1/2 tsp) twice daily
Indicated for
- Relief of symptoms associated with seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis
- Relief of symptoms associated with chronic idiopathic urticaria
Common uses
- Treatment of allergic rhinitis and urticaria
Side effects
- Headache
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Fatigue
- Insomnia
- Tachycardia
- Palpitations
- Diarrhea
- Rash
- Urticaria
- Pruritus
- Hypersensitivity reactions
Pharmacological action
- Fexofenadine is an inverse agonist of the H1 receptor, stabilizing the inactive form of the receptor, preventing its activation and downstream effects.
Interaction with other medications
- Coadministration with erythromycin or ketoconazole can result in increased levels of fexofenadine in plasma.
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to Fexofenadine Hydrochloride or any of its ingredients
Storage recommendations
- Keep in a dry place away from light and heat. Keep out of the reach of children.
Chemical structure
- Molecular Formula: C32H39NO4
Use during pregnancy
- Not recommended unless clearly necessary
Use while breastfeeding
- Not recommended for breastfeeding mothers
Precautions warnings
- Administer with care in older people and renally or hepatically impaired patients
- Warn patients with a history of or ongoing cardiovascular disease about potential adverse reactions
Special populations
- Renal and hepatic impaired patient: Dose adjustment may be necessary
Overdose effects
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Fatigue
- Dry mouth
Therapeutic class
- Non-sedating antihistamines
Interaction with antacids
- Administration of antacid containing aluminium and magnesium hydroxide gels 15 minutes prior to Fexoral may cause a reduction in bioavailability.
Effect on ability to drive
- Unlikely to produce an effect on the ability to drive or use machines
Effect on fertility
- No human data available
Age related recommendations
- Adverse events similar in elderly patients compared to patients under 65 years of age
Storage and disposal instructions
- Keep in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.
Onset of action
- Starts working within 1 hour of consuming it
Side effects and its management
- Take some rest if feeling dizzy or sleepy. Do not use heavy machinery or drive.
Fruit juices interaction
- Do not consume grapefruit juice, orange juice, and apple juice if on the course of medication.
Food and drink to avoid
- Avoid juices like grapefruit juice, orange juice, and apple juice
Adverse reactions
- Tachycardia
- Palpitations
- Hypersensitivity reactions
Tips for usage
- Fexoral 180 mg Tablet is less likely to make you feel sleepy than some other similar medicines.
Avoid antacids with medication
- Antacids should not be used in combination with Fexoral 180 mg Tablet
Other alternative for heart disorders patients
- Exercise caution and must look out for some other alternative of this medicine
Quick tips
- Take care when driving or using machines
- Do not take with fruit juices
- Fexoral 180 mg Tablet may cause nausea
- Avoid using antacids 30 minutes before or after taking Fexoral 180 mg Tablet