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Fexofen 180 mg Tablet Substitute

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Composition:

FEXOFENADINE-180MG

Uses:

Fexofen 180 mg Tablet is used to treat allergic conditions such as hay fever, eczema, hives, reactions to insect bites and stings, and some food allergies. The detailed uses of Fexofen 180 mg Tablet are as follows:<br/>•Allergy Relief: Fexofen 180 mg Tablet helps ease seasonal allergy symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, and nasal congestion due to its antihistamine properties.<br/>•Chronic Urticaria: Fexofen 180 mg Tablet treats chronic urticaria by inhibiting histamine, a substance that causes hives and itching, hence providing relief from symptoms.<br/>•Skin Allergies: Fexofen 180 mg Tablet is involved in providing relief from skin allergy symptoms, including itching, redness, and rashes, helping to soothe and calm irritated skin.<br/>•Respiratory Allergies: Fexofen 180 mg Tablet helps alleviate symptoms of respiratory allergies, such as hay fever, by relieving nasal congestion, sneezing, and discomfort in the airways, making it easier to breathe.<br/>•Non-Drowsy Formula: Fexofen 180 mg Tablet provides effective allergy relief without causing sedation, making it perfect for daytime use, allowing you to stay alert and focused.<br/>•Manage Insect bites and stings symptoms: Fexofen 180 mg Tablet can help alleviate symptoms caused by insect bites and stings, such as itching, redness, and swelling, providing relief from discomfort.<br/>•Manage food allergy symptoms: Fexofen 180 mg Tablet can help alleviate symptoms of food allergies, such as hives, itching, and swelling, providing relief from mild to moderate reactions.<br/>

Medicinal Benefits:

Fexofen 180 mg Tablet is known as a non-drowsy antihistamine. It's less likely to make you feel sleepy than some other antihistamines. Fexofen 180 mg Tablet provides instant relief from allergic reactions and symptoms by blocking histamine action, a substance which causes immune responses & inflammations in the body. Fexofen 180 mg Tablet is widely used to treat hay fever (an allergy caused by pollen or dust), conjunctivitis (red, itchy eye), eczema (dermatitis), hives (red, raised patches or dots), reactions to insect bites and stings and some food allergies.

FAQs

Fexofen 180 mg Tablet is used to treat allergic conditions such as hay fever (an allergy caused by pollen or dust), conjunctivitis (red, itchy eye), eczema (dermatitis), hives (red, raised patches or dots), reactions to insect bites and stings and some food allergies.

Fexofen 180 mg Tablet contains fexofenadine (anti-histamine), which is used to treat allergies as it blocks the effects of a chemical messenger known as ‘histamine,’ which is naturally involved in allergic reactions.

Hay fever is an allergy caused due to outdoor or indoor allergens, such as pollen, dust mites, or tiny flecks of skin and saliva shed by cats, dogs, and other animals with fur or feathers (pet dander). It leads to cold-like symptoms (running nose, watery eyes).

Fexofen 180 mg Tablet is known as a non-drowsy antihistamine. It's less likely to make you sleepy than some other antihistamines; however, in some people, it may cause sleepiness and induce drowsiness during the day. Hence you are recommended to take it in the nighttime in case you are experiencing excessive drowsiness during the day.

You should not take Fexofen 180 mg Tablet if you have had an allergic reaction to Fexofen 180 mg Tablet, food additives containing E218 or E216, are intolerant to lactose or sorbitol, have liver or kidney failure, epilepsy (fits), or difficulty in peeing. Tell your doctor that you are taking Fexofen 180 mg Tablet and have booked an allergy test as it might affect the diagnostic result.

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take Fexofen 180 mg Tablet and skip the missed dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

Depending upon the severity of allergic conditions due to allergens, Fexofen 180 mg Tablet can be safely taken daily until you get complete relief and as long as your doctor has advised you to take it.

While taking Fexofen 180 mg Tablet, avoid drinking grapefruit, orange, or apple juice. It may increase your chances of experiencing side effects.

No, do not take two doses of Fexofen 180 mg Tablet at the same time. Take Fexofen 180 mg Tablet only as per the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor.

Inform the doctor if you are allergic to any medicines, have any other medical conditions or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

If you miss a dose of Fexofen 180 mg Tablet take it as soon as you remember, However, if it is almost time for the scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time.

Fexofen 180 mg Tablet should not be taken by people who are allergic to any of its components.

Do not discontinue Fexofen 180 mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. Continue taking Fexofen 180 mg Tablet for the prescribed duration even though you feel better.

No, Fexofen 180 mg Tablet is not an antibiotic. It contains fexofenadine, an antihistamine used to treat allergy conditions.

Fexofen 180 mg Tablet may cause side effects like headaches, nausea, or dizziness. If the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Avoid drinking grapefruit, orange, or apple juice as it may increase your chances of experiencing side effects.