Fexofenadine HCl is prescribed under the brand name Allegra. Fexofenadine is prescribed by physicians to treat running nose, sneezing, itching in the eyes, watering of eyes etc. The important thing to remember about Fexofenadine is that it should never be taken without doctors knowledge.
It is strictly advised that one doesn’t indulge in self-medication as far as this drug goes. Also if the medicine is not giving the patient the desired results the same should be brought to the notice of the doctor who prescribed it as soon as possible.
Fexofenadine HCl is an antihistamine and it functions against the naturally occurring chemical histamine in our body. It should also not be taken if one has shown allergy to it in the past or that the medicine has reacted adversely, or has shown side effects.
Also if the patient who has been prescribed Fexofenadine should keep his/her doctor informed about any serious illness related to heart, kidney, or liver or if one is pregnant or a breast-feeding mother.
With your disclosure of your health related problems your doctor is in a better position to adjust or prescribe doses for optimum results. Also, Fexofenadine is not prescribed for children below six years.
Fexofenadine Dosage
Before you start the course of Fexofenadine talk to your doctor at length. It is generally taken with a full glass of water twice a day. Antacids may decrease the effects of fexofenadine. Therefore it should not be taken close to a dose of an antacid containing aluminum or magnesium like, Rolaids, Maalox, Mylanta, Milk of Magnesia, etc.
Store this medicine in a cool and moisture less place. Just because you have forgotten one dose do not try to take a double dose the next time. Double dose may have adverse effect.
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