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What is Allergra? |
Millions of people suffer under the burden of having to deal with seasonal allergies. Unpleasant and often uncomfortable common allergy symptoms may include sneezing, runny nose, nasal congestion, itchy eyes, and itchy throats. These discomforts when left untreated can often make life seem very unbearable. There is no need to continue to put up with these discomforts day in and day out because Allegra is here. Allegra is a prescription medication that can help relieve all these symptoms and let you feel like yourself again. Allegra uses a powerful antihistamine and decongestant that includes Fexofenadine. Fexofenadine is a medication designed to aggressively combat seasonal allergy symptoms. Antihistamines are medications that block the action of histamines, a natural substance produced by the body during an allergic reaction. When taken twice daily Allegra can provide 24-hour allergy relief for patients 12 and older. Because Allegra contains Pseudoephedrine an over the counter decongestant, people taking MAO inhibitors or suffering from high blood pressure, should not use this product.
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What should you Know? |
Never take more of this medication than is directed by your doctor. If your symptoms are not being adequately treated, talk to your doctor.
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Before Using |
Do not take fexofenadine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to it.
Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have any serious illness such as heart, kidney, or liver disease. You may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you have other illnesses.
Fexofenadine is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether fexofenadine will harm an unborn baby. Do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant.
It is also not known whether fexofenadine passes into breast milk. Do not take fexofenadine without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Fexofenadine is not approved for use by children younger than 6 years of age. |
Directions |
Take fexofenadine exactly as directed. If you do not understand these instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
Take each dose with a full glass of water.
Fexofenadine is usually taken twice a day, in the morning and the evening. Follow your doctor's instructions.
Do not take fexofenadine close to a dose of an antacid that contains aluminum or magnesium such as Rolaids, Maalox, Mylanta, Milk of Magnesia, Pepcid Complete, and others. These antacids may decrease the effects of fexofenadine.
Never take more of this medication than is directed by your doctor. If your symptoms are not being adequately treated, talk to your doctor.
Store fexofenadine at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
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What happens if I miss a dose?
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| Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication. |
Cautions |
Stop taking fexofenadine and seek emergency medical attention if you experience an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives).
Allergic reactions occur only rarely, and other serious side effects are not likely to occur.
Some less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take fexofenadine and talk to your doctor if you experience nausea or an upset stomach.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
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