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About Fexofenadine

Fexofenadine is used to treat allergy symptoms such as hay fever, itching, red eyes and blocked nose. Fexofenadine has less sedating side-effects compared to other anti-allergic medicines.

How does Fexofenadine work?

Histamine is a chemical in the body that causes itching, sneezing, tearing, and a runny nose. Fexofenadine works by blocking the histamine H1 receptor.

Fexofenadine prevents histamine from binding to the body sites that trigger allergic symptoms.

What are the side-effects I may experience?

You may experience:

• Headache

• Drowsiness

• Dry mouth

• Nausea

Are there any medications and foods I should avoid?

You may eat normally while taking fexofenadine.

Alcohol can worsen dizzy side effects. Consumption of alcohol is therefore not recommended.

Grapefruit or grapefruit juice and fexofenadine shouldn’t be taken together. Grapefruit can worsen the side-effects.

I forgot a dose. What should I do?

If you forget to take your prescription, take it as soon as you remember.

If you miss a dose, don’t take a double dose.

If your next dose is approaching, skip the missed dose and take the next one.

Can I drive or operate machinery?

Fexofenadine can cause drowsiness. You should not drive or operate machinery if you experience this side-effect.

Alcohol can worsen this effect.

Should I be bothered about possible addiction or dependence?

Fexofenadine isn’t addictive.

Will my sexual performance, fertility or contraceptive be impaired?

Fexofenadine hasn’t been proven to affect sexual performance, fertility or contraceptives.

Can I use this medication if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?

There isn’t much more information on the use of fexofenadine in pregnancy and breastfeeding. You shouldn’t use this medication without a prescription from your doctor.