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Drug
Uses
Allegra D is an antihistamine used to treat the symptoms
of allergic rhinitis (allergies) and seasonal hay fever.
General
Information
Not every known side effect, adverse effect, or drug
interaction is in this database. If you have questions
about your medicines, talk to your health care provider.
This information is for educational purposes only.
How
Drug Works
This medicine blocks histamine, which eases symptoms
such as sneezing, itching, and watery eyes.
How
Taken
Allegra D is taken orally and can be taken with or without
food. Do not crush or chew extended-release tablets.
Follow the directions provided to you by your doctor.
Possible
Side Effects
The side affects with this medicine are rare and may
include: dry mouth drowsiness If you experience other
bothersome side effects, contact your health care provider.
Warnings/Precautions
Until you know how this medicine affects you, use caution
when driving and restrict your activities if necessary.
Do NOT take this medicine with orange, apple or grapefruit
juice. The levels of this medicine in your blood may
be decreased by 70%.
Overdose
For emergencies seek medical attention immediately.
For non emergencies, contact your local or regional
poison control center at 1-800-222-1222.
Drug
Interactions
Fexofenadine should NOT be combined with cisapride (Propulsid).
The risk of life-threatening cardiac arrhythmias (irregular
heart beat) have been reported. For further details
on drug interactions with this medicine, talk to your
doctor or pharmacist.
Missed
Dose
Take your next dose as soon as you remember. If it is
time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go
back to your regular schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage
Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat
and moisture (not in the bathroom). Keep this medication
in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out
of reach of children. Throw away any medication that
is outdated or no longer needed.
Pregnancy/Nursing
If you plan to breast-feed, talk to your doctor about
possible risks to your baby. If you are pregnant or
thinking of becoming pregnant talk to your doctor about
the benefits versus the risk of taking this medicine
during pregnancy.
More
Information
For more information, talk to your doctor, pharmacist
or health care provider.
Disclaimer
This drug information is for your information purposes
only, it is not intended that this information covers
all uses, directions, drug interactions, precautions,
or adverse effects of your medication. This is only
general information, and should not be relied on for
any purpose, it should not be construed as containing
specific instructions for any particular patient.
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