Fexozen 60 mg (Tablet)

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Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Fexofenadine hydrochloride
Company Zenith pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as
Fexozen 120 mg tablet

Indications

  • Relief of symptoms associated with seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis
  • Relief of symptoms associated with chronic idiopathic urticaria

Pharmacology

Blocks histamine responsible for allergic symptoms such as pruritus, rhinorrhea, and watery eyes

Dosage & Administration

  • Allergic Rhinitis:
    • Adults and children 12 years and older:
      • 60 mg twice daily
      • 120 mg once daily
      • 180 mg once daily
    • Children from 6 to 11 years:
      • 30 mg twice daily
      • 60 mg once daily
    • Children from 2 to 11 years:
      • 30 mg or 5 ml twice daily
  • Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria:
    • Adults and children 12 years and older:
      • 60 mg twice daily
      • 120 mg once daily
      • 180 mg once daily
    • Children from 6 to 11 years:
      • 30 mg twice daily
      • 60 mg once daily
    • Children from 6 months to less than 2 years:
      • 15 mg or 2.5 ml (1/2 tsp) twice daily
    • Children from 2 to 11 years:
      • 30 mg or 5 ml (1 tsp) twice daily

Interaction

May interact with erythromycin, ketoconazole, and antacids

Contraindications

Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to Fexofenadine Hydrochloride

Side Effects

  • Common:
    • Headache
    • Drowsiness
    • Dizziness
    • Nausea
    • Fatigue
  • Uncommon:
    • Hypersensitivity reactions
    • Insomnia
    • Tachycardia
    • Palpitations
    • Diarrhea
    • Rash
    • Urticaria
    • Pruritus

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Limited data in pregnant women, not recommended for lactating mothers

Precautions & Warnings

  • Care in elderly and renally or hepatically impaired patients
  • Warning for patients with cardiovascular disease

Use in Special Populations

  • Altered pharmacokinetics in renal impairment and elderly patients

Overdose Effects

Dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue, and dry mouth reported

Therapeutic Class

Non-sedating antihistamines

Storage Conditions

Keep in a dry place away from light and heat

Chemical Structure

  • Molecular Formula: C32H39NO4
  • Chemical Structure Image: https://medex.com.bd/storage/res/g-res-468-fexofenadine-hydrochloride-chemical-structure-HrM3XW8ofnGVhLdcBRox.svg

Common Questions about Fexozen 60 mg Tablet

  • An antihistamine used for the treatment of allergic rhinitis and urticaria
  • Reported side effects include vomiting, headache, coughing, and diarrhea
  • Requires storage in a cool dry place and out of reach of children and pets
  • May cause sleepiness, start working within 1 hour of consumption and peaks within 6 hours

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