Flufex 120 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 7.02 (3 x 10: ৳ 210.60)
Strip Price: ৳ 70.20
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Fexofenadine hydrochloride |
| Company | Doctor tims pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Relief of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis symptoms
- Relief of chronic idiopathic urticaria symptoms
- Improving health-related quality of life
- Improving work/activity productivity
Pharmacology
- H1 histamine receptor mediation
- Degranulation of mast cells and basophils
- Release of histamine and inflammatory mediators
- Binding and activation of H1 receptors
- Release of pro-inflammatory cytokines
- Downstream effects of histamine binding
Dosage & Administration
- Different dosages for adults and children
- Tablet: 60mg, 120mg, 180mg
- Suspension: 30mg/5ml
- Dosing based on renal function
Interaction
- Possible interaction with erythromycin and ketoconazole
- No interaction observed with omeprazole
- Reduction in bioavailability with antacids
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in known hypersensitivity to Fexofenadine Hydrochloride
Side Effects
- Headache
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Fatigue
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Insomnia
- Tachycardia
- Palpitations
- Diarrhea
- Rash
- Urticaria
- Pruritus
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Limited data on use in pregnant women
- No recommendation for breastfeeding mothers
- No human data on fertility effects
Precautions & Warnings
- Limited data in older and special patient groups
- Administration with caution in cardiovascular patients
- Unlikely to affect ability to drive or use machines
Use in Special Populations
- Altered pharmacokinetics in renal and hepatic impaired patients
- Altered pharmacokinetics in patients over 65 years of age
Overdose Effects
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Fatigue
- Dry mouth
- Reported maximum tolerated doses
Therapeutic Class
- Non-sedating antihistamines
Storage Conditions
- Keep in dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C32H39NO4
- Chemical Structure Image URL
Common Questions about Flufex 120 mg Tablet
- Mode of action as an antihistamine
- Uses for allergic rhinitis and urticaria
- Reported side effects
- Instructions for storage and disposal
- Potential to cause drowsiness
- Risk of overdose and associated effects
- Onset of action and peak benefit duration
- Relief of symptoms for outdoor and indoor allergies
- Coping with dizziness
- Potential interaction with antacids
- Administration and dosing recommendations
- Avoidance of specific foods or drinks
- Risk and caution for heart problems
- Quick Tips for medication use