Allegra
is a seasonal allergy medicine that your doctor
can prescribe if it is right for you. Its active
ingredient fexofendine - leaves you without the
drowsiness which can be caused by many antihistamines.
Studies show drowsiness in people who took Allegra
was similar to those who took a sugar pill placebo.
Allegra-D
60/120 (30 pills)
$109.00
Allegra-D 60/120 (90 pills)
$189.00
Allegra-D 60mg (30 pills)
$109.00
Allegra-D 60mg (90 pills)
$189.00
ALLEGRA-D DRUG INFO
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The following information is intended to supplement,
not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician,
pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not
be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate,
or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional
before using this drug.
FEXOFENADINE-PSEUDOEPHEDRINE EXTENDED
RELEASE - ORAL (fex-oh-FEN-uh-deen WITH sue-doh-eff-ED-rin)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Allegra
D
USES: This medication contains
an antihistamine and decongestant used to relieve allergy
symptoms such as itchy red eyes, stuffy nose and throat irritation.
HOW TO USE: Take this medication
by mouth on an empty stomach 1 hour before or two hours after
meals as directed, usually twice daily. Taking this medicine
with a high fat meal can decrease its effectiveness. Do not
take antacids containing aluminum and magnesium within 2 hours
of taking this medication. Swallow the medicine whole. Do
not crush or chew the tablet, and do not take more than prescribed.
Do not take this product within 14 days after stopping an
MAO Inhibitor (see Drug Interactions).
SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea, stomach
upset, trouble sleeping, headache, or cold symptoms may occur.
If these persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Unlikely
but report promptly: dizziness, mental/mood changes, fast
heartbeat, fever. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these
highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur: fainting,
irregular heartbeat. Although drowsiness is very uncommon
at usual doses under normal circumstances, be aware that drowsiness
may occur and may effect the ability to perfom tasks requiring
alertness (e.g., driving). If you notice other effects not
listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor
your medical history, including: allergies, kidney/urinary
problems, enlarged prostate, glaucoma (narrow angle), severe
high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, thyroid problems
(hyperthyroid). Limit alcohol intake, as it may aggravate
drug side effects. This medication should be used only when
clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits
with your doctor. The pseudoephedrine in this product is excreted
into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Caution is advised when this product is used in the elderly
since this group may be more sensitive to side effects.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your
doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication
you may use, especially: MAO inhibitors (e.g., selegiline,
furazolidone, phenelzine, tranylcypromine, moclobemide, procarbazine,
linezolid), certain blood pressure drugs (e.g., methyldopa,
mecamylamine, reserpine, prazosin), digoxin, all adrenaline-like
drugs. Report other drugs which affect the heart rhythm (QTc
prolongation), such as: dofetilide, pimozide, quinidine, sotalol,
procainamide, sparfloxacin, "water pills" (diuretics
such as furosemide or hydrochlorothiazide). Ask your doctor
or pharmacist for more details. Check the labels carefully
on all nonprescription products, such as cough-and-cold medicines
which contain antihistamines and decongestants. Consult your
pharmacist. Do not take this medication for several days before
any allergy testing since test results can be affected. Do
not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist
approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is
suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency
room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include irregular
or unusually slow or fast heartbeat, unusual nervousness or
excitement, rapid breathing, confusion, hallucinations, and
seizures.
NOTES: Do not share this
medication with others.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss
a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the
time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your
usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose
to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature
between 68 and 77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C) away from sunlight
and moisture.
