Manufacturer: Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition : Fexofenadine(120mg)
Strip of 10 Tablet
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Alernex 120mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor.
Alernex 120mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines called antihistamines. It blocks the release of a chemical called histamine, which is responsible for causing inflammation and its associated symptoms such as itching, redness, swelling, and irritation.
Pharmacokinetics Absorption: Fexofenadine hydrochloride was rapidly absorbed following oral administration of a single dose of two 60 mg capsules to healthy male volunteers with a mean time to maximum plasma concentration occurring at 2.6 hours post-dose.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Alernex
Headache
Drowsiness
Dizziness
Nausea
Allegra ODT contains phenylalanine.
Severe kidney (renal) impairment.
Co-administration with fruit juice may decrease efficacy.
Alernex 120mg Tablet 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.
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Alernex 120mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Alernex 120mg Tablet 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 Alernex 120mg Tablet would not be expected to cause any adverse effects in breastfed babies.
Alernex 120mg Tablet is an anti-allergy medicine used in the treatment of allergic symptoms such as runny nose, congestion or stuffiness, sneezing, itching, swelling, and watery eyes. It also helps treat skin allergies with itching, redness, or swelling.
Serious Interactions of fexofenadine include: isocarboxazid. ivacaftor. tranylcypromine.
Moderate Interactions of fexofenadine include:
bosutinib.
crizotinib.
crofelemer.
cyclosporine.
daclatasvir.
eliglustat.
eluxadoline.
juice (fruit)
Do not chew, crush or break it. Alernex 120mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Alernex 120mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Alernex 120mg Tablet may cause less sleepiness as a side effect compared to other similar medicines.
Avoid drinking fruit juices (such as apple or orange) as this may affect the absorption of this medicine and cause more side effects.
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 medicine.
Never give the medicine to someone who seems to be suffering from a similar illness. This medicine should be taken only if prescribed by a doctor.
Alernex 120mg Tablet may cause less sleepiness as a side effect compared to other similar medicines.
Avoid drinking fruit juices (such as apple or orange) as this may affect the absorption of this medicine and cause more side effects.
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 medicine.
Never give the medicine to someone who seems to be suffering from a similar illness. This medicine should be taken only if prescribed by a doctor.
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. Alernex 120mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. What is Alernex 120mg Tablet used for?
Alernex 120mg Tablet is used for treating seasonal allergic conditions such as hay fever. It helps to relieve allergies of the nose (allergic rhinitis), sneezing, runny nose, itching in the eyes, excessively watery eyes, etc.
Q. What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Alernex 120mg Tablet?
Before starting treatment with Alernex 120mg Tablet, tell your doctor if you have any other health problems, like kidneys, heart or liver-related issues. This is because certain medical conditions may affect your treatment and you may even need dose modifications. Additionally, let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Also, inform your doctor if you are planning a baby, are pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Alernex 120mg Tablet?
If you forget a dose of Alernex 120mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
Q. Who should not take Alernex 120mg Tablet?
Alernex 120mg Tablet should not be given to patients with known allergy to any other ingredients of this medicine. Signs of an allergic reaction may include an itchy skin rash, shortness of breath, and swelling of the face or tongue.
Q. Can I stop taking Alernex 120mg Tablet if I feel better?
No. You should not stop taking Alernex 120mg Tablet even if you feel better unless your doctor tells you to stop taking it. This is because, stopping the medicine suddenly, without completing your full course of treatment may cause the returning of your symptoms and it can even worsen your condition. Consult your doctor if you are not sure.
Q. Is Alernex 120mg Tablet an antibiotic?
No. Alernex 120mg Tablet is not an antibiotic. It is an anti-allergy medicine and helps to treat allergic conditions such as sneezing, stuffy or runny nose, hives, etc. On the other hand, antibiotics are used to treat infections caused by bacteria.
Q. Can Alernex 120mg Tablet cause dizziness?
Yes, Alernex 120mg Tablet can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, do not drive or use any machines. It is better to rest for some time and resume once you feel better.
Q. What is Alernex 120mg Tablet used for?
Alernex 120mg Tablet is used for treating seasonal allergic conditions such as hay fever. It helps to relieve allergies of the nose (allergic rhinitis), sneezing, runny nose, itching in the eyes, excessively watery eyes, etc.
Q. What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Alernex 120mg Tablet?
Before starting treatment with Alernex 120mg Tablet, tell your doctor if you have any other health problems, like kidneys, heart or liver-related issues. This is because certain medical conditions may affect your treatment and you may even need dose modifications. Additionally, let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Also, inform your doctor if you are planning a baby, are pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Alernex 120mg Tablet?
If you forget a dose of Alernex 120mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
Q. Who should not take Alernex 120mg Tablet?
Alernex 120mg Tablet should not be given to patients with known allergy to any other ingredients of this medicine. Signs of an allergic reaction may include an itchy skin rash, shortness of breath, and swelling of the face or tongue.
Q. Can I stop taking Alernex 120mg Tablet if I feel better?
No. You should not stop taking Alernex 120mg Tablet even if you feel better unless your doctor tells you to stop taking it. This is because, stopping the medicine suddenly, without completing your full course of treatment may cause the returning of your symptoms and it can even worsen your condition. Consult your doctor if you are not sure.
Q. Is Alernex 120mg Tablet an antibiotic?
No. Alernex 120mg Tablet is not an antibiotic. It is an anti-allergy medicine and helps to treat allergic conditions such as sneezing, stuffy or runny nose, hives, etc. On the other hand, antibiotics are used to treat infections caused by bacteria.
Q. Can Alernex 120mg Tablet cause dizziness?
Yes, Alernex 120mg Tablet can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, do not drive or use any machines. It is better to rest for some time and resume once you feel better.
