What is Fexofenadine HCI-Pseudoephedrine 12 Hour?
Fexofenadine reduces the effects that the natural chemical histamine has on the body. Histamine can cause symptoms such as sneezing and itching.Ophthalmia may lead to watery eyes and an intermittently runny or watery nose, among other issues. Pseudoephedrine works to decongest nasal passages by contracting blood vessels that dilate, leading to congestion in your nasal passages. Dilation can contribute to problems like congestion. Fexofenadine HCL-Pseudoephedrine is a combination medication used to treat symptoms such as sneezing or runny noses, watery or itchy eyes, hives or skin rash, and itching. Fexofenadine 12-Hour HCl-Pseudoephedrine may be used in other ways not mentioned in this guide.
Side Effects of Fexofenadine HCl-Pseudoephedrine 12 Hour
If you experience any of the following symptoms of an allergic reaction, seek immediate medical attention: difficulty breathing, hives, swelling of the face, lips, or throat.
Fexofenadine, HCL-Pseudoephedrine, can cause serious side effects. Fexofenadine HCl-Pseudoephedrine 24 Hour should be stopped immediately if:
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If you feel your heart pounding or fluttering, then it is likely that you are experiencing a heart attack.
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Severe dizziness or anxiety. Restlessness, tremors, and nervousness
Side effects of Fexofenadine HCl-Pseudoephedrine 24 Hour include:
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Mild dizziness;
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Dry mouth, nose, or throat
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Nausea;
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Sleep problems (insomnia).
There may be other side effects. Need medical advice regarding side effects? Consult a healthcare provider. Alternatively, the FDA can be reached at 1-800-FDA-1088 in order to report side effects.
Similar/related drugs
prednisone, fluticasone nasal, montelukast, cetirizine, promethazine, and Zyrtec
Warnings
Fexofenadine HCl-Pseudoephedrine 12-Hour should not be used if you've taken an MAO inhibitor within the last 14 days. Examples include isocarboxazid (linezolid), phenelzine injections, rasagiline (selegiline), or tranylcypromine.
Before you take this drug
If you have taken an MAO inhibitor within the last 14 days, do not take Fexofenadine HCl or pseudoephedrine. A dangerous drug-drug interaction may occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid (linezolid), phenelzine injection and rasagiline (selegiline), as well as other compounds like methylene blue injection or tranylcypromine.
If you suffer from:
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Kidney disease
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Glaucoma;
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Heart disease, or high blood pressure.
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Diabetes;
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Thyroid disorder;
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Other urination issues or bladder obstruction.
Fexofenadine HCl (Pseudoephedrine 12-Hour) is not known to harm unborn babies. Consult your doctor before taking this medication if you're pregnant. Pseudoephedrine may pass into breastmilk and cause side effects for the nursing infant. Consult your doctor before taking this medication if you're breastfeeding. Do not administer this medicine without consulting a doctor.
How to take Fexofenadine HCl-Pseudoephedrine 12 hour?
Do not exceed the recommended dosage or duration. Use the recommended dose or duration. Do not exceed it. Cold and allergy medication is typically taken for only a few days until symptoms disappear. This medication should not be given to children younger than two years of age. Ask a doctor first before giving cough or cold medication to your child. Children as young as 2 years old can die from the misuse of cough medicines. No longer chew or crush the extended-release tablets. Take it as a whole. Take Fexofenadine HCL-Pseudoephedrine for 12 hours on an empty stomach at least one hour before or two hours after eating. Fexofenadine HCL-Pseudoephedrine is only to be taken with water. Avoid juices such as orange, apple, or grapefruit juice. Fruit juices can interfere with the absorption of fexofenadine by your body.If symptoms worsen after seven days or you experience fever, headache, cough or skin rash - contact a physician as soon as possible. Be sure to notify him or her if you've taken allergy or cold medicine in recent days and store in room temperature conditions away from heat and moisture.
What happens if I miss the dose?
You may not have a regular schedule of dosages since cold and allergy medication is usually taken only when needed. Take the missed dose immediately if you take the medication regularly.If your next scheduled dose is fast approaching, disregard any missed ones and wait. You should not take more medicine to compensate for a missed dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Reach out immediately if a poison attack has taken place and seek medical assistance immediately by dialling 1-800-222-1222, or seeking immediate medical treatment from nearby facilities.
What should be avoided?
Avoid taking antacids 15 minutes before or right after taking Fexofenadine 12-Hour HCl Pseudoephedrine. Antacids may make it more difficult for your body to absorb this medication. Before using any other cold or allergy medication, consult your doctor or pharmacist. Pseudoephedrine is found in many combination medicines. Taking certain products can lead to you getting too much fexofenadine HCl, or pseudoephedrine. Certain side effects can be exacerbated by alcohol consumption.
Interaction with other drug
This medicine can have a worsening effect if taken with drugs that cause you to sleep or slow down your breathing. Before taking Fexofenadine 12 Hour with sleeping pills, narcotic pain medicines, muscle relaxers, or medicine to treat anxiety, depression, or seizures, ask your doctor. Other drugs, such as prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements, may also interact with fexofenadine or pseudoephedrine. Inform your healthcare providers of all the medicines you are currently taking and those you plan to start using.
