Manufacturer: Lupin Ltd
Salt Composition : Fexofenadine(120mg)
Strip of 6 Tablet
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Fexolup 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.
The most common side effects are headache, drowsiness, dizziness, and nausea. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Please consult your doctor if any of these side effects do not resolve or persist for a longer duration.
Do not self-medicate or recommend your medicine to another person even if you see the similarity in symptoms. Consult your doctor to get the most benefit. Inform your doctor if you are suffering from any problems related to the kidneys, liver, or heart. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should not take this medicine without consulting a doctor.
Fexolup 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.
Fexofenadine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, sneezing, hives, and itching. It works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction.
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 Fexolup
Headache
Drowsiness
Dizziness
Nausea
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fexofenadine Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Kidney Disease
Glaucoma
Bladder Infection
Drug Allergy
Drug Allergies
Fexolup 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 Fexolup 120mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Fexolup 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 Fexolup 120mg Tablet would not be expected to cause any adverse effects in breastfed babies.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
Fexofenadine is used to relieve the allergy symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis (''hay fever''), including runny nose; sneezing; red, itchy, or watery eyes; or itching of the nose, throat, or roof of the mouth in adults and children 2 years of age and older.
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Do not chew, crush or break it. Fexolup 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 Fexolup 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.
Fexolup 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.
Fexolup 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. Fexolup 120mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. What is Fexolup 120mg Tablet used for?
Fexolup 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 Fexolup 120mg Tablet?
Before starting treatment with Fexolup 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 Fexolup 120mg Tablet?
If you forget a dose of Fexolup 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 Fexolup 120mg Tablet?
Fexolup 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 Fexolup 120mg Tablet if I feel better?
No. You should not stop taking Fexolup 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 Fexolup 120mg Tablet an antibiotic?
No. Fexolup 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 Fexolup 120mg Tablet cause dizziness?
Yes, Fexolup 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 Fexolup 120mg Tablet used for?
Fexolup 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 Fexolup 120mg Tablet?
Before starting treatment with Fexolup 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 Fexolup 120mg Tablet?
If you forget a dose of Fexolup 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 Fexolup 120mg Tablet?
Fexolup 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 Fexolup 120mg Tablet if I feel better?
No. You should not stop taking Fexolup 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 Fexolup 120mg Tablet an antibiotic?
No. Fexolup 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 Fexolup 120mg Tablet cause dizziness?
Yes, Fexolup 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.
