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Fexofenadine

 
Maximum Quantity Allowed:
120mg
30 tablets

Fexofenadine is an antihistamine extremely effective treatment for hay fever. Hay fever symptoms include a runny nose, itchy & watery eyes, and sneezing.

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Description

Fexofenadine is a non-sedating antihistamine which acts on the H1 receptor, preventing histamine having an effect, which reduces the symptoms of an allergic reaction. 

Warnings

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Fexofenadine Tablets if you:

  • have problems with your liver or kidneys
  • have or ever had heart disease, since this kind of medicine may lead to a fast or irregular heart beat

If any of these apply to you, or if you are not sure, tell your doctor or pharmacist before taking Fexofenadine Tablets.

For any extra information, please contact your healthcare provider or contact us.

Directions

  • Read the instructions for use especially if you are using it for the first time.
  • This medicine is taken once daily.
  • Always take your fexofenadine tablets with a drink of water. Swallow them whole – do not chew them.

 

Ingredients

Active ingredient

  • Fexofenadine hydrochloride

 

Inactive ingredients

  • Tablet core
    • Powdered cellulose
    • Mannitol
    • Maize starch
    • Croscarmellose sodium
    • Colloidal anhydrous silica
    • Magnesium stereate
  • Tablet coating 
    • Opadry Pink 03B54504 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)

Side Effects

Like all medicines, fexofenadine can cause side effects, although not everyone gets them.

Common side effects (may affect up to 1 in 100 people):

  • feeling sick (nausea)
  • feeling sleepy
  • headaches
  • dry mouth
  • feeling dizzy

FAQs

How long does it take to work?

It normally starts to work within 1 to 2 hours.

 

Can I drink alcohol with Fexofenadine?

Its best not to as it can make you feel sleepy.

 

What food or drink do I need to avoid?

Drinking grapefruit, orange, or apple juice may make it more likely for you to experience side effects when taking fexofenadine.

 

Can I drive or ride a bike whilst on Fexofenadine?

Fexofenadine is classed as a non-drowsy antihistamine, but there is still a chance it may make you feel sleepy. When taking Fexofenadine for the first time, see how it makes you feel before you drive, cycle, or operate heavy machinery or tools.

It is an offence to drive your car if your driving ability is affected.