Generic Name: Fexofenadine
Brand Name: Allegra

It is used for relieving severe fever & allergy symptoms, including runny nose; sneezing; with redness in eyes including itchy & tearing eyes. Fexofenadine is also used to treat symptoms of hives, which also includes itchiness and rashing. Fexofenadine comes in the class of medications known as antihistamines. It works by blocking histamine, a substance in the body that causes allergic symptoms. It may cause less drowsiness than other antihistamines.

How Is It Used?
Fexofenadine comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken once or twice a day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Use fexofenadine exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.

Are There Possible Side Effects?
Use of fexofenadine may cause side effects. Do tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away soon:

Fexofenadine may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while taking this medication immediately.

What particular precautions should I follow?
Before taking fexofenadine,

What about Interactions with Other Drugs?
In controlled clinical studies there were no interactions with other drugs that significantly affected the safety or effectiveness of fexofenadine.

In case of emergency/overdose
In case of overdose, call your local poison control center. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

Symptoms of overdose may include:

What If I Miss A Dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

How Should It Be Stored?
Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom).

Anything Else I Should Know?
Keep all appointments updated with your doctor.
Do not let anyone else take your medication. Ask your pharmacist/doctor any questions you have about refilling your prescription.

NOTE: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that the use of the product is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before taking the product.