| Allegra D Patient Education
Monograph |
| 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.
Very unlikely but
report promptly: irregular pulse, seizures, fainting.
Although
drowsiness is very uncommon at usual doses under normal
circumstances, be aware that this medication may have such an effect
before performing 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. |
| 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. |
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Common Allegra Misspellings |
| Alagra, Alegra, Alegra-D, Alegrae, Alelegra, Allaggra, Allaggra-D, Allagr, Allagra, Allagra-D, Alleggra, Alleggra-D, Allegr, Allegre, Allegro, Allegro-D, Allegrra, perscription, perscriptions. |
| 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. |
| Other Allegra Drug Comparison Information, Pricing &
Online Facts |
Allergy Medications Allegra/Allegra D
Allegra (sometimes misspelled as Alagra, Allegr, Allegre or Allegro) provides relief for dry or itchy eyes, burning eyes, Hay Fever, a runny nose or stuffy nose and Watery Eyes. Sold in tablet and pill form as Allegra D (or
Allegra-D). It is a remedy for discomfort caused by allergens from pollens, cats, dogs, rabbits, puppies, nature and changing seasons. It's the best treatment if your infant, baby or child has a runny nose or stuffy nose or hay fever. Allegra contains Fexofenadine Hydrochloride,
Carbinoxamine, Chlorpheniramine, Triprolidine, Azatadine And Pseudoephedrine as the main ingredients. After taking Allegra your Hay Fever will have vanished and your runny nose or stuffy nose will be cured. |
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The above information is a summary. It is not intended to replace a doctor's instructions.
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