Fexofenadine

The body releases histamine when we come into contact with pollen or other external things to which we are allergic. The histamine released subsequently binds to histamine receptors, causing symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, and watery or itchy eyes, which are common in hay fever and allergies.

Fexofenadine hydrochloride works by preventing histamine from binding to histamine receptors. Symptoms do not arise because histamine is unable to attach to receptors.

You will start to feel the benefits of fexofenadine tablets within an hour of taking the tablet.

One fexofenadine 120mg is effective for up to 24 hours.

Fexofenadine tablets should be taken once per day, at the same time each day. Tablets can be taken with or without food. If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. However, if it has been four hours since you were supposed to take a dose, do not take an extra dose to compensate; instead, wait until the following dose. Setting an alarm can help you remember to take your medication.

If you take an excess dose by accident, fexofenadine is unlikely to harm you. You may, however, be more susceptible to typical adverse effects.

Always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions when using this (or any other) medication.

If fexofenadine HCl isn't clearing your symptoms, what should you do?

If fexofenadine 120mg isn't working, talk to your doctor or pharmacist about increasing the dose to 180mg of fexofenadine. If you're still having trouble getting full relief, talk to your pharmacist about trying a nasal spray. For optimal relief, the following medications are frequently used with fexofenadine.

• Beconase nasal spray
• Rhinolast nasal spray
• Nasonex nasal spray

These choices are all simple to use and successful in the treatment of hay fever and other allergies.

Fexofenadine is the active ingredient in the marketed medications Telfast and Allegra. Because all of the formulations contain the same active component, there is no difference between them. You can get fexofenadine tablets for a much less money if you order them online from Ashcroft Pharmacy.

• Keep at room temperature before using.
• Store in a cool, dry location. Do not keep it in the bathroom.
• Keep any medications in a secure location. All medications should be kept out of the reach of children and pets.
• Drugs that are no longer in use or that have expired should be discarded. Unless otherwise instructed, do not flush down a toilet or pour anything down a drain. If you have any doubts regarding how to properly dispose of medications, consult your pharmacist. In your location, there may be drug disposal programmes.

Fexofenadine is a non-drowsy antihistamine it is less likely to make you feel sleepy. Other antihistamines such as Piriton give you a drowsy feeling after taking them.

Fexofenadine is not usually recommended if you are pregnant, as there is not a lot of information about its use in pregnancy. However, there is also no evidence to suggest that taking fexofenadine hydrochloride will reduce fertility in men or women. 

Please consult your doctor if you are trying to get pregnant whilst taking fexofenadine tablets.

You can take it with other hayfever treatments such as Beconase.

Taking the tablets with alcohol makes you feel drowsy. It's recommended that you only use a drink of water.

You can take fexofenadine for a long time but take it only when experiencing hay fever symptoms.

Always observe the side effects, especially if you are taking the medicine for the first time. This will help you decide whether it's safe to drive or not. The medicine can react differently to different patients even though it's proven to be non-drowsy.

Pregnant and breastfeeding women should not take fexofenadine unless advised by a doctor. This medication passes into breast milk. Please consult a doctor before use if breastfeeding.

Fexofenadine tablets work more effectively in relieving nasal congestion compared to loratadine.

Fexofenadine 180mg is the maximum dosage per day.

180 mg of fexofenadine is the maximum dosage per day.

Fexofenadine tablets have no long-term side effects when taken as directed. Seek urgent medical attention in case you experience serious side effects such as irregular heartbeat, difficulty in breathing, or unconsciousness.