Perfex 30 mg/5 ml (Oral Suspension)
50 ml bottle: ৳ 55.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Fexofenadine hydrochloride |
| Company | Beacon pharmaceuticals plc |
| Also available as |
Title
- Perfex 30 mg/5 ml Suspension
Categories
- Allergic rhinitis medication
- Urticaria medication
- Antihistamine medication
Description
- Perfex 30 mg/5 ml Suspension is an antihistamine medication that works by blocking histamine, relieving symptoms related to allergic rhinitis, urticaria, sneezing, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, hives, itching, and more.
Dosage form
- Tablet
- Suspension
Age group
- Adults
- Children 12 years and older
- Children 6 to 11 years
- Children 2 to 11 years
- Children 6 months to less than 2 years
Dosage instructions
- 60 mg twice daily
- 120 mg once daily
- 180 mg once daily
- 30 mg twice daily
- 30 mg once daily
- 5 ml twice daily
- 5 ml once daily
Indicated conditions
- Seasonal allergic rhinitis
- Perennial allergic rhinitis
- Chronic idiopathic urticaria
Relief symptoms
- Sneezing
- Rhinorrhea
- Lacrimation
- Itchy, red eyes
- Itchy nose/palate/throat
Health improvement
- Improves health-related quality of life
- Enhances work/activity productivity
Pharmacology
- Fexofenadine is an 'inverse agonist' of the H1 receptor
- Potent and selective affinity for H1 receptors
- No evidence of antidopaminergic, antiserotonergic, sedative, or adrenergic blocking activity
- Does not cross the blood-brain barrier
Interaction
- No interaction with omeprazole observed
- Administration with antacids affects bioavailability
- Advised to leave 2 hours between administration and antacids
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to Fexofenadine Hydrochloride or any of its ingredients
Side effects
- Headache
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Fatigue
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Insomnia
- Tachycardia
- Palpitations
- Diarrhea
- Rash
- Urticaria
- Pruritus
Special populations
- Renal impaired patients
- Hepatic impaired patients
- Elderly patients
Overdose effects
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Fatigue
- Dry mouth
Therapeutic class
- Non-sedating antihistamines
Storage conditions
- Keep in a dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical structure
- Molecular Formula: C32H39NO4
Pregnancy
- Not recommended during pregnancy unless clearly necessary
- No data on the content of human milk after administration
Warnings
- Limited data in older people and renally or hepatically impaired patients
- Adverse reactions associated with tachycardia and palpitations
Ability to drive
- Unlikely to produce an effect on the ability to drive or use machines
Onset of action
- Starts working within 1 hour
- Peak benefit observed within 6 hours
Relief for allergies
- Relieves symptoms caused by outdoor and indoor allergies
Precautions for use
- Administered with care in special groups
- Check individual response before driving or performing complicated tasks
Use in nursing mothers
- Not recommended for breastfeeding mothers
Effect on fertility
- No human data on the effect of Fexofenadine hydrochloride on fertility
Effect on heart
- Exercises caution for those with heart disorders
Avoidable foods
- Avoid consuming juices like grapefruit, orange, and apple juice
Quick tips
- An antihistaminic medication
- Less likely to cause sleepiness than some other similar medicines
- Avoid using with fruit juices
- May cause nausea
- Avoid using with antacids
Common question 1
- Perfex 30 mg/5 ml Suspension is an antihistamine
- Blocks histamine during allergic reaction
Common question 2
- Used for allergic rhinitis and urticaria
- Relieves allergy symptoms such as runny nose, itching eyes/nose, hives
Common question 3
- Reported side effects include vomiting, headache, coughing, diarrhea, hives, and more
Common question 4
- Should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack
- Keep unreachable to children and pets
Common question 5
- Can make you feel sleepy
- Sleepiness is a common side effect
Common question 6
- Overdose can cause adverse reactions
- Increases risk of dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue, and dry mouth
Common question 7
- Starts working within 1 hour
- Peak benefit observed within 6 hours
Common question 8
- Helps relieve symptoms caused by outdoor and indoor allergens
- Relieves upper respiratory allergies, hay fever, watery eyes, runny nose, and sneezing
Common question 9
- Take some rest if feeling dizzy or sleepy
- Do not use heavy machinery or drive
- Exercise caution and consult a doctor if extreme dizziness
Common question 10
- Should not be used in combination with antacids
- Decreased absorption may occur