Could the itchy, swollen skin bumps and swollen lip I developed after taking Zimig 250 be a drug allergy, and why are allergy medicines like Allegra 180 and Fexopen 120 not relieving my symptoms? | Apollo Pharmacy

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Could the itchy, swollen skin bumps and swollen lip I developed after taking Zimig 250 be a drug allergy, and why are allergy medicines like Allegra 180 and Fexopen 120 not relieving my symptoms?

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Could the itchy, swollen skin bumps and swollen lip I developed after taking Zimig 250 be a drug allergy, and why are allergy medicines like Allegra 180 and Fexopen 120 not relieving my symptoms?

Asked by Male, 28 · 7 days ago

Chandrakanta Jena

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7 days ago

Yes, your swollen lip and itchy bumps could indeed be an allergic reaction to Zimig (terbinafine). A swollen lip is a serious symptom. Antihistamines like Allegra or Fexopen (fexofenadine) may not be strong enough on their own to control this type of drug reaction, which often requires stronger prescription treatments. Please stop taking Zimig immediately. Because swelling of the lips can sometimes progress to affect your breathing, it is very important that you seek medical evaluation right away. You are doing the right thing by reaching out, and a doctor can prescribe more effective medication to help you recover safely and quickly.

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