Allegra 120mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
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Description
Allegra 120mg tablet is an anti-allergic medicine for treating and managing allergies. This tablet relieves watery eyes, runny or blocked nose, itching, sneezing, and swelling. It also helps relieve skin allergy symptoms (hives), such as skin rash, itching, and swelling.
Allegra 120mg tablet contains fexofenadine as an active ingredient. Fexofenadine works by blocking the effects of histamine, a substance that causes allergy symptoms.
Take Allegra as advised by your doctor for the prescribed duration. You can take this medicine with or without food. It is advised to take this medication at the same time every day. Do not miss or skip the dose of Allegra.
A few other tablets with fexofenadine as their composition are Fxolife 120mg, Air 120, Fexy 120mg and Fexova 120.
You may experience dizziness, drowsiness and headache while taking this medication. However, these side effects are temporary and resolve on their own. If these side effects worsen, contact your doctor immediately.
To avoid getting an allergy, avoid exposure to the substance you're allergic to whenever possible. Allegra 120 should not be used by children under 12 years of age. Before starting treatment with the tab Allegra, inform your doctor about your medications and medical conditions.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹198.54 |
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| Contains | Fexofenadine(120.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Allergic rhinitis, urticaria |
| Side effects | Dizziness, drowsiness, headache, nausea |
| Therapy | ANTI-ALLERGIC |
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Uses
Allegra 120mg tablet is used to treat allergic rhinitis and its symptoms, including watery eyes, runny or blocked nose, itching and sneezing. It is also used to relieve symptoms of skin allergy (urticaria or hives). ...
Contraindications
If you are allergic to fexofenadine or any other ingredients of Allegra 120mg Tablet.
Side effects
- Nausea
- Headache
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Allegra 120mg Tablet during pregnancy?
A:
There is limited information available about the safety of this medicine in pregnancy. This medicine should be used during pregnancy only if prescribed by your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, think you might be pregnant or are planning a pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Allegra 120mg Tablet while breastfeeding?
A:
Allegra 120mg Tablet passes into the breastmilk. Thus, it is recommended not to take this medicine while breastfeeding, unless advised by your doctor.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Allegra 120mg Tablet?
A:
Allegra 120mg Tablet does not have any effect on the ability to drive or use machines. However, caution is advised while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Allegra 120mg Tablet?
A:
No, you should avoid drinking alcohol while on this medicine as it may make you feel sleepy and increase side effects.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You are suffering from liver or kidney disease.
- You are suffering from any heart disease as this medicine is known to increase your heartbeat.
- You are an elderly person.
- Allegra 120mg Tablet should not be used by children below the age of 12.
Directions for Use
Take Allegra 120mg Tablet as a whole and as per your doctor's advice with a glass of water. Do not crush, break or chew this medicine.
Storage and disposal
- Store it in a cool dry place. Protect it from moisture and direct sunlight.
- Keep it away from children and pets.
Quick Tips
- Take this medicine in the exact dose and duration as recommended. Do not take more than the prescribed dose.
- Tell your doctor if you have a history or currently have any heart or blood vessel-related disorders or if you experience any side effects after taking this medicine.
- Antacids should be taken at least 2 hours before or after this medicine.
- Allegra 120mg tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney and liver patients. Consult your doctor before taking it.
- Allegra 120mg Tablet should not be used by children below the age of 12.
- You are suffering from any heart disease as this medicine is known to increase your heartbeat.
- Simple lifestyle changes can significantly reduce exposure to allergens. These include regular cleaning practices, maintaining a dust-free environment, and minimizing exposure to pets or other triggers within your control....
- Allergic rhinitis management relies on identifying and avoiding specific triggers through careful observation of your environment and lifestyle to find the substances causing symptoms.
Dosage
Overdose
Symptoms of an overdose can lead to dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue and dry mouth. If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
If you have missed any dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one....
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Allegra 120mg Tablet blocks the release of natural substance histamine responsible for various allergic conditions. Thus, helps relieve symptoms of allergic conditions.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Allegra 120mg Tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- Especially, if you are taking medicines such as ketoconazole and erythromycin to treat infections.
- Acidity medicines should be taken two hours before this medicine and not along with it.
Interactions with food items
- You should avoid grapefruit juice, apple juice or orange juice while on this medicine, as it may increase the side effects of this medicine.
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Will Allegra 120mg Tablet make me feel sleepy?
A: Yes, Allegra 120mg Tablet has sleepiness as its common side effect. However, not everyone gets it. Talk to your doctor if this side effect bothers you.
Q: Can I take two tablets of Allegra 120mg?
A: No, you should never take any medicine more than the prescribed dose. It will result in more side effects than benefits. Thus, never self-medicate. Always consult your doctor if your condition does not improve.
Q: Who should avoid taking Allegra 120mg tablet?
A: Patients who are allergic to any component of Allegra 120mg tablet should avoid taking this medicine or if they have experienced an allergy after taking similar medicines.
Q: Can I take Allegra 120mg with my vitamin supplements?
A: Allegra 120mg tablet may interact with certain medicines or supplements taken along. That can also lead to the altered desired action. Thus, before initiating treatment with Allegra 120mg tablets inform your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are taking.
Q: What should you not take with Allegra?
A: You should not drink grapefruit juice, apple juice or orange juice while you're taking Allegra. It might make you more likely to get side effects.
Q: How long can Allegra 120 be taken?
A: You can take Allegra as required. However, the doctor might prescribe you to take it for longer to prevent symptoms.
Q: Is Allegra used for cough?
A: A cough could be due to different causes and hence it would be best to take a doctor's advice before taking any medicine to treat the cough.
Q: Is Allegra 120 an antibiotic?
A: No, Allegra 120 is not an antibiotic. It contains fexofenadine as its active molecule, which is an anti-allergic. It is prescribed to treat allergies and symptoms associated with it.
Q: Is Allegra good for skin allergies?
A: Yes, Allegra 120 can be good for skin allergies if they are caused due to urticaria. However, the patient must not self-medicate and take this medicine on the doctor's recommendation only.
Q: Can Allegra 120 be taken twice a day?
A: You should take Allegra 120 as per the requirement or as advised by the doctor. Do not exceed the maximum daily doses and treatment durations recommended.
Q: Can Allegra 120 and azee be taken together?
A: Yes, Allegra 120 can be taken with Azee, but only if prescribed by the doctor. Do not take it without consulting a doctor.
Q: Can we give Allegra 120 to children?
A: No, do not give Allegra 120 or any medicine to the children without consulting a child doctor. The doctor will decide the dose on the basis of the children's age and body weight.
Q: Can I take Allegra 120mg for congestion and stuffiness?
A: Allegra 120mg tablet can be used for treating congestion and stuffiness caused due to allergic rhinitis or allergies. However, this medicine should only be taken if recommended by your doctor.
Q: Can I take Allegra 120mg for skin allergies or reduce the redness of the skin?
A: Allegra 120mg tablet can be used for treating skin allergies or redness of the skin caused due to allergic rhinitis. However, take this medicine only if it is recommended to you by your doctor. Do not self-medicate.
Q: Can I use Allegra 120mg for insect bites?
A: Allegra 120mg tablet can be used to treat an allergic reaction to an insect bite. However, it is recommended that you take this medicine only if it is prescribed by your doctor. Avoid self-medication.
Q: Can Allegra 120mg be used for food allergies?
A: Allegra 120mg tablet can be used to treat food allergies only if it is recommended by your doctor. Follow your doctor's instructions and avoid self-medication.
Q: Can Allegra 120 be used to reduce mucus production?
A: Allegra 120mg tablet can be used to reduce mucus production associated with an allergic reaction. However, this medicine should only be taken under a doctor's recommendation.
Q: Allegra 120 vs 180 are they the same?
A: No, they are not the same. The difference between Allegra 120 tablet and Allegra 180 tablet is the strength of the active component, Fexofenadine.
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Brand
ALLEGRA
Country of Origin
India
Expiry Date
30/12/2026
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