Fexofenadine For Hayfever And Allergies
What Is Fexofenadine Used For?
Fexofenadine is an antihistamine primarily used to treat symptoms associated with hayfever such as allergic rhinitis. It tackles everything from sneezing and itchy, watery eyes to a runny or itchy nose, providing comprehensive relief from the discomfort of allergies. It is also used to relieve the symptoms of long-term allergic skin reactions (chronic idiopathic urticaria), such as itching, swelling and rashes.
How Fexofenadine Tablets Work
Fexofenadine functions by inhibiting the action of histamine, a substance in the body that causes allergic symptoms. By blocking the receptors that histamine binds to, Fexofenadine prevents the allergic reaction and its associated symptoms from escalating.
Fexofenadine Max Dosage
The standard dosage for treating hay fever symptoms in adults is fexofenadine 120mg taken once daily, while the dose for chronic skin reactions such as urticaria is fexofenadine 180mg once daily. Dosages may vary based on individual needs and recommendations from a doctor or pharmacist.
Who Cannot Take Fexofenadine?
Individuals allergic to Fexofenadine hydrochloride or any of the tablet’s inactive ingredients should avoid this medication. If you have a history of kidney issues, consult a doctor or pharmacist before starting Fexofenadine.
How to Take Fexofenadine Tablets
Fexofenadine tablets should be taken with a drink of water and before meals for optimal absorption. Consistency in taking the medication at the same time each day will help maintain an even level of medicine in your body.
Fexofenadine Side Effects
While Fexofenadine is generally well-tolerated, there is a risk of side effects in some people. If you experience side effects, stop taking Fexofenadine and talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
Common Side Effects
Fexofenadine may cause:
- headache
- drowsiness
- dizziness
- nausea
These side effects of Fexofenadine are typically mild and temporary.
Less common effects can be fatigue and sleep disturbances. Most side effects are mild and manageable.
If you get any side effects, contact your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in here or in the Patient Information Leaflet.
Reporting Of Side Effects
If you experience any side effects, tell your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed here. You may report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme. By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
Fexofenadine Alternatives
If you cannot tolerate Fexofenadine, there are other antihistamines available. At Click2Pharmacy, we also stock Desloratadine, Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, or Xyzal (Levocetirizine), which can be purchased online after you complete an online consultation.
Fexofenadine Ingredients
Active ingredients: Fexofenadine hydrochloride
Inactive ingredients:
Tablet core: powdered cellulose, mannitol (E421), maize starch, croscarmellose sodium, colloidal anhydrous silica, magnesium stearate.
Tablet coating: opadry pink film-coating mixture containing hypromellose (E464), titanium dioxide (E171), macrogol 400, allura red AC lake (FD&C Red #40) (E129), and iron oxide, black (E172)
Fexofenadine Warnings
Patients should be aware of the potential for allergic reactions to any of the ingredients in Fexofenadine tablets. It is also important to avoid taking aluminium or magnesium-containing antacids within 15 minutes of taking Fexofenadine, as they can reduce its effectiveness.
Do not drink grapefruit, orange or apple juice while taking fexofenadine. These juices can increase the likelihood of experiencing serious side effects.
