Fexole 120 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 7.00 (5 x 10: ৳ 350.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 70.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Fexofenadine hydrochloride |
| Company | Biogen pharmaceuticals ltd |
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
- Improves work/activity productivity
- Reduces signs and symptoms of urticaria
- Reduces number of wheals
- Relief of sneezing, rhinorrhea, lacrimation, itchy eyes, itchy nose/palate/throat
Pharmacology
- Responsible for mediating hypersensitivity and allergic reactions
- Binds to and stabilizes the inactive form of H1 receptors
- Prevents activation and downstream effects
- Selective affinity for H1 receptors
- Does not cross the blood-brain barrier
Dosage & Administration
- Adult dosage: 60 mg twice daily or 120 mg once daily or 180 mg once daily
- Children dosage: varies based on age and renal function
- Tablet and suspension formulations available
Interaction
- No hepatic biotransformation
- Possible interaction with erythromycin and ketoconazole
- No interaction with omeprazole
- Reduction in bioavailability with antacids containing aluminium and magnesium hydroxide
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to Fexofenadine Hydrochloride
Side Effects
- Common side effects: headache, drowsiness, nausea, fatigue
- Uncommon side effects: insomnia, tachycardia, palpitations, diarrhea, rash
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Limited data on use during pregnancy
- Not recommended for breastfeeding mothers
- No human data on fertility effects
Precautions & Warnings
- Limited data in older people and special patient groups
- Careful administration in cardiovascular disease patients
- Unlikely to affect ability to drive or use machines
Use in Special Populations
- Dosage adjustment in renal impaired patients
- No significant impact in hepatic impaired patients
- Altered pharmacokinetics in elderly patients
Overdose Effects
- Reported effects: dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue, dry mouth
- Recommended symptomatic and supportive treatment
Therapeutic Class
- Non-sedating antihistamines
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a dry place
- Away from light and heat
- Keep out of reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C32H39NO4
- Chemical Structure Image Available
Common Questions about Fexole 120 mg Tablet
- What is Fexole 120 mg Tablet?
- Uses of Fexole 120 mg Tablet
- Side Effects of Fexole 120 mg Tablet
- Instructions for storage and disposal
- Effects on sleepiness
- Overdose precautions
- Onset of action
- Relief of outdoor and indoor allergies
- Coping with dizziness
- Avoiding antacids
- Administering instructions
- Avoiding certain food or drink
- Heart conditions caution
- Quick Tips