Afexa 30 mg/5 ml (Oral Suspension)
50 ml bottle: ৳ 55.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Fexofenadine hydrochloride |
| Company | Unimed unihealth pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
- Afexa 30 mg/5 ml Suspension
Categories
- Antihistamine
- Allergy Relief
- Urticaria Treatment
Description
- Afexa 30 mg/5 ml Suspension is indicated for the relief of symptoms associated with seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis and chronic idiopathic urticaria.
Dosage options
- 60 mg twice daily
- 120 mg once daily
- 180 mg once daily
- 30 mg twice daily
- 30 mg once daily
- 15 mg or 2.5 ml twice daily
Age group
- Adults
- Children 12 years and older
- Children from 6 to 11 years
- Children from 6 months to less than 2 years
Pharmacology
- Fexofenadine is considered an 'inverse agonist' of the H1 receptor because it binds to and stabilizes the inactive form of the receptor, preventing its activation and subsequent downstream effects.
Interaction info
- Coadministration of Afexa with erythromycin or ketoconazole has been found to result in a 2-3 times increase in the level of fexofenadine in plasma.
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to Fexofenadine Hydrochloride or any of its ingredients.
Side effects
- Nervous system disorders- Common: headache, drowsiness, dizziness
- Gastrointestinal disorders- Common: nausea
- General disorders and administration site conditions- Uncommon: fatigue
Pregnancy and lactation
- Fexofenadine hydrochloride should not be used during pregnancy unless clearly necessary.
Precautions and warnings
- Patients with a history of or ongoing cardiovascular disease should be warned that antihistamines have been associated with adverse reactions like tachycardia and palpitations.
Special populations
- The pharmacokinetics of fexofenadine are altered in individuals with renal impairment. Moderate to severe hepatic disease does not affect the pharmacokinetics of fexofenadine substantially.
Chemical structure
- Molecular Formula: C32H39NO4
Common questions
- What is Afexa 30 mg/5 ml Suspension?
- What are the uses of Afexa 30 mg/5 ml Suspension?
- What are the Side Effects of Afexa 30 mg/5 ml Suspension?
- What are the instructions for storage and disposal Afexa 30 mg/5 ml Suspension?
- Can Afexa 30 mg/5 ml Suspension make you sleepy?
- Can you overdose on Afexa 30 mg/5 ml Suspension?
- How quickly does Afexa 30 mg/5 ml Suspension work?
- Does Afexa 30 mg/5 ml Suspension relieve symptoms of outdoor and indoor allergies?
- How to cope with dizziness caused by Afexa 30 mg/5 ml Suspension?
- Can I take antacids while taking Afexa 30 mg/5 ml Suspension?
- How should I take Afexa 30 mg/5 ml Suspension?
- Is there any food or drink that I need to avoid while taking Afexa 30 mg/5 ml Suspension?
- Can Afexa 30 mg/5 ml Suspension cause heart problems?
Therapeutic class
- Non-sedating antihistamines
Storage conditions
- Keep in a dry place away from light and heat. Keep out of the reach of children.