The drug "Fexofenadine": instructions for use, analogues, reviews

Each medicine has its own purpose. Therefore, before taking any medication, you must necessarily study the annotation. The manual indicates all the features of use and limitations.

This article will tell you about the drug "Fexofenadine". Instructions for use and reviews about it will be described for you. Please note that the information is intended for familiarization and is not an excuse for starting the drug.

Description of the active substance

About the medicine "Fexofenadine" instructions for use informs that it refers to antihistamines. It is a metabolite of terfenadine. In its essence, the medicine refers to the blocker of histamine receptors of the second and third worship.

The active ingredient - fexofenadine hydrochloride - in its structure is a crystalline powder with a white hue or colorless. The medicine is in the form of tablets. The dosage can be 120 or 180 milligrams per tablet.

Fexofenadine: Analogues

In pharmacy chains, it is very rare to find the original drug with the trade name "Fexofenadine". Therefore, more often doctors are trying to appoint his substitutes. These are drugs with the same active substance, but with other names. These include "Allegra", "Gefast", "Fexadin", "Telfast". The price of all these medicines is in the redistribution of 500 rubles. Much depends on the region of your residence and the number of pills in the package. So, for the medication "Telfast" the price will be about 340 rubles for 10 capsules.

Other substitutes (analogs) include the following trade names for medicines: "Dimedrol", "Zodak", "Cetrin", "Tavegil", "Suprastin" and so on. They all have an identical effect on the human body, but in their composition have different active substances.

Indications for use

What else is important about tablets of the drug "Fexofenadine"? Instructions for use indicate that they are effective in dealing with allergies. Indications for their use are the following situations:

• Rhinitis caused by seasonal flowering, animal hair or dust;
• Allergy to household chemicals and medicines;
• Hives and hay fever.

In contrast to stronger drugs, "Fexofenadine" is not prescribed for edema, insect bites and other allergies. Therefore, before starting its use, you need to consult a doctor and get individual recommendations.

Contraindications

He also gives some information about the medication "Fexofenadine". Instructions for use do not recommend the use of a medicine or analogues based on the same substance in the presence of high sensitivity to it. It is also not used in pediatrics for the treatment of children younger than six years of age.

It is forbidden to prescribe medication to pregnant women. The manufacturer does not have data on the toxicity of the drug and its effects on the fetus. The medicine also should not be used during lactation. If therapy is necessary, first solve the problem of temporary or complete cessation of breastfeeding.

«Fexofenadine»: instructions for use

Outside of Russia, the medication can be produced in the form of suspension and tablets. So its purpose is made taking into account these features. The medicine "Fexofenadine", the price of which is presented to your attention above, is used exclusively inside. Drink the medicine with clean water. Contraindicated to dilute tablets or suspension in juices.

Dosage for an adult is 120-180 milligrams. Children after twelve years of age are shown the same amount of active substance. Multiplicity of application - once a day. For children from 6 to 12 years, usually prescribed 60 milligrams of drug per day, divided into two doses. For convenience, some products based on fexofenadine are available in a dosage of thirty milligrams. The duration of treatment is determined by the doctor in each situation separately.

Adverse Reactions

The drug "Fexofenadine" is usually well tolerated by patients with observance of the indicated dosages and the scheme of application. However, there are patients who reported the development of unpleasant symptoms during treatment.

The most common substance causes drowsiness, dizziness and general malaise. To avoid unpleasant consequences, it is recommended to use the medicine before bedtime. It can also provoke insomnia and or in the stomach. With intolerance to one or more of the components of the drug, an allergy develops in the form of edema, urticaria. If there is even a single adverse reaction to therapy, it is necessary to consult a doctor.

Customer Reviews

Now let's look at what "Fexofenadine" reviews receive. Most consumers are satisfied with the prescribed medication. Patients say that after a few hours after taking the effect is noted. Medicines based on fexofenadine relieve swelling from the mucous membranes of the nose. As a result, breathing is normalized, and mucus is eliminated.

If the purpose of the medication is hives, then the medicine quickly removes itching and discomfort. Eruptions and redness of the skin are eliminated more slowly. Many consumers say that simultaneously with the medication they were assigned a sorbent. Indeed, such a scheme is highly popular. However, when using it, the patient should be warned about the time of taking the medication. Between the sorbents and other drugs, a break of at least two hours is necessary. Otherwise, you will not get any therapeutic effect of the medication.

Doctors say that chronic idiopathic urticaria requires long-term treatment and an individual approach. Often, at the same time with drugs based on fexofenadine a special diet is prescribed. The consumer is also prohibited from using domestic irritants. The greatest effect is given by this approach to treatment, when the patient pre- tests for allergens. The described preparation can also be used in the treatment of diseases of the upper respiratory tract. In this case, his task will be to remove the edema and normalize breathing. However, additional funds are required.

Patients report an affordable price of the medication. As you already know, the drug, the active ingredient of which is fexofenadine, the price is within 500 rubles. Despite this, some consumers are trying to find a cheaper analog. There are, of course, there are. But doctors strongly do not recommend doing so. All because the medicine can be picked up incorrectly. Consequently, the desired effect can not be achieved.

Users note a convenient scheme for the use of the drug. Many antihistamines should be consumed up to three times a day, whereas "Fexofenadine" is prescribed only once. The drug has different forms of release and dosage - it's very convenient. Patients report that the medicine is freely available on the territory of Ukraine.

Let's sum up a little: conclusion

You have learned about an effective and relatively inexpensive medicine based on the active ingredient fexofenadine. It is usually prescribed for the treatment of seasonal rhinitis and hives. The medication has its own uses and contraindications. They must be studied before treatment. Read the instructions even when the medicine is prescribed by a qualified specialist.

Do not take the medication yourself. Do not give it to children under 6 even in reduced dosages. The remedy should be used only after consultation with the physicians and taking the tests. The volume of tablets and suspensions is calculated according to the age of the patient. All the best to you, live without allergies!