Fexonaaf 120 may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Fexonaaf 120 may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Fexonaaf 120 is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Because of low milk levels and lack of sleepiness, use of Fexonaaf 120 would not be expected to cause any adverse effects in breastfed babies.
SAFE
Fexonaaf 120 does not usually affect your ability to drive.
CAUTION
Fexonaaf 120 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Fexonaaf 120 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
May cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Fexonaaf 120 is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Fexonaaf 120 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of Fexonaaf 120mg Tablet
Introduction
Fexonaaf 120 belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is used to treat various allergic conditions such as hay fever, conjunctivitis and some skin reactions such as eczema, hives and reactions to bites and stings. It also relieves wa...
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Uses of Fexonaaf 120
Allergic conditions
Side effects of Fexonaaf 120
Common
Headache
Drowsiness
Nausea
Dizziness
How to use Fexonaaf 120
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Fexonaaf 120 is to be taken empty stomach.
How Fexonaaf 120 works
Fexonaaf 120 is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.
Quick Tips
Fexonaaf 120 is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a ...
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It is less likely to make you feel sleepy than some other similar medicines.
Do not take it with any fruit juices (such as apple, orange, or grapefruit) as they might make the drug less effective.
It may cause nausea. Stick to simple meals, and do not eat rich or spicy food.
Avoid using antacids 30 minutes before or after taking this medicine. It can make it harder for your body to absorb this medication.
Brief Description
Indication
Allergic rhinitis, Hay fever, Urticaria, Allergy
Administration
Should be taken on an empty stomach. Take before meals. Do not take w/ fruit juice.
Adult Dose
Adults:
Allergic rhinitis: 120 mg once daily or 60 mg twice daily
Urticaria: 180 mg once daily
Child Dose
Children:
Tablet
2-12 years: 30 mg (1 spoonful) or 5 ml twice daily
6 months-2 years: 15 mg (1/2 spoonful) or 2.5 ml twice daily
>12 years: 60 mg ...
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Renal Dose
Adult: Initially, 60 mg once daily.
Child: 6 mth-<2 yr: 15 mg once daily and 2-11 yr: 30 mg once daily.
>12 years: 60 mg PO qDay, initially
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity.
Mode of Action
Fexofenadine, an active metabolite of terfenadine, is a competitive peripheral histamine H1-receptor antagonist on effector cells in the GI tract, blo...
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Precaution
Renal impairment. Pregnancy, lactation; children <6 yr.
Lactation: Excretion in milk unknown; use with caution (AAP states “compatible with nursing...
Pregnancy category: C
Lactation: Excretion in milk unknown; use with caution (AAP states “compatible with nursing”)
Interaction
Co-admin with ketoconazole or erythromycin may increase plasma levels of fexofenadine. May increase adverse effects of other anticholinergics and CNS...
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