Indications And Usage

It is used to ease allergy signs.

It is used to treat hives.

Administration

Take with a full glass of water.

Adult Dose for Allergic Rhinitis:

180 mg orally once a day OR 60 mg orally 2 times a day

Usual Adult Dose for Urticaria:

180 mg orally once a day OR 60 mg orally 2 times a day

-Maximum dose: 180 mg/day

Usual Pediatric Dose for Allergic Rhinitis:

6 months to 2 years: 15 mg orally 2 times a day

2 years to 11 years: 30 mg orally 2 times a day

12 years and older: 180 mg orally once a day OR 60 mg orally 2 times a day

Usual Pediatric Dose for Urticaria:

6 months to 2 years: 15 mg orally 2 times a day

2 years to 11 years: 30 mg orally 2 times a day

12 years and older: 180 mg orally once a day OR 60 mg orally 2 times a day

Contraindications

When used for self-medication do not use if you ever had an allergic reaction to fexofenadine or any component of the formulation.

Documentation of allergenic cross-reactivity for antihistamines is limited. However, because of similarities in chemical structure and/or pharmacologic actions, the possibility of cross-sensitivity cannot be ruled out with certainty.

Precautions

Renal impairment: Use with caution in patients with renal impairment; dosage adjustment may be recommended. Orally disintegrating tablet: Some products may contain phenylalanine. When used for self-medication (OTC), do not exceed recommended dosage or administer at the same time with aluminum or magnesium antacids or with fruit juices.

Adverse Reactions

The most commonly reported side effects included headache, drowsiness, dizziness, and nausea.

Pregnancy and lactation

Limited information is available related to the use of fexofenadine in pregnancy. When a second generation antihistamine is needed, other agents with more information available regarding their use in pregnancy are currently preferred

Renal and liver Impairment

Renal impairment: Use with caution in patients with renal impairment; dosage adjustment may be recommended.

Laboratory Tests