Allegra is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Allegra is used to treat the symptoms of seasonal allergies in adults and children.
Allegra is also used to treat skin itching and hives caused by a condition called chronic idiopathic urticaria in adults and children.
Allegra Dosage
*The recommended dose for Adults and children 12 years or older is 60 mg twice daily or 180 mg once daily.
*Children 6-11 years of age should be given 30 mg twice daily.
*For chronic urticaria, adults and children 12 years or older should use 60 mg twice daily, and children 6-11 years of age should use 30 mg twice daily. Fexofenadine can be taken with or without food.
Uses of Allegra
*Allegra is used to prevent sneezing, runny nose, itching and watering of the eyes, and other allergic symptoms.
*It may also be used to treats other medical conditions those are listed in this medication guide.
Side Effects of Allegra
Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, tell your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Allegra.
Side effects of Allegra may include:
o Colds or flu
o Coughing
o Drowsiness
o Fatigue
o Fever
o Headache
o Indigestion
o Menstrual problems
o Nausea
o Pain including back or ear pain
Side effects of Allegra-D may include:
o Abdominal pain
o Agitation
o Anxiety
o Back pain
o Dizziness
o Dry mouth
o Headache
o Heart palpitations
o Indigestion
o Insomnia
o Nausea
o Nervousness
o Respiratory tract infection
o Throat irritation
Warnings and precautions before taking Allegra:
*If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, or hyperthyroidism, then you should be used Allegra-D with extra caution.
*After taken this medicine, then you may feel dizzy, or drowsiness. So you should not participate in any activities that require alertness such as driving and operate machinery.
Drug Interaction :-
If you are taking Allegra with certain other drugs, then the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. So it is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Allegra with the following:
*Mecamylamine
*Methyldopa
*Reserpine
Overdose
Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine.
Symptoms of a Allegra overdose may include dry mouth, dizziness, or drowsiness.
After taken Allegra if you feel that overdose is suspected, then you should contact with your doctor immediately. Because it may lead to another serious effect. Symptoms of a Allegra overdose include:
*Dizziness
*Drowsiness
*Dry mouth
By: ashu