Fexofenadine hydrochloride
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Overview
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Adult Indications and Dosage
FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Adult)
Indications
Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies:
- Runny nose
- Itchy, watery eyes
- Sneezing
- Itching of the nose or throat
Dosing
Off-Label Use and Dosage (Adult)
Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Guideline-Supported Use of Fexofenadine in adult patients.
Non–Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Non–Guideline-Supported Use of Fexofenadine in adult patients.
Pediatric Indications and Dosage
FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Pediatric)
There is limited information regarding Fexofenadine hydrochloride FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Pediatric) in the drug label.
Off-Label Use and Dosage (Pediatric)
Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Guideline-Supported Use of Fexofenadine in pediatric patients.
Non–Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Non–Guideline-Supported Use of Fexofenadine in pediatric patients.
Contraindications
There is limited information regarding Fexofenadine hydrochloride Contraindications in the drug label.
Warnings
Do not use
- If you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients.
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- Kidney disease. Your doctor should determine if you need a different dose.
When using this product
- Do not take more than directed
- Do not take at the same time as aluminum or magnesium antacids
- Do not take with fruit juices (see Directions)
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- An allergic reaction to this product occurs. Seek medical help right away.
If pregnant or breast-feeding
Ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
- In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)
Adverse Reactions
Clinical Trials Experience
There is limited information regarding Fexofenadine hydrochloride Clinical Trials Experience in the drug label.
Postmarketing Experience
There is limited information regarding Postmarketing Experience of Fexofenadine hydrochloride in the drug label.
Body as a Whole
Cardiovascular
Digestive
Endocrine
Hematologic and Lymphatic
Metabolic and Nutritional
Musculoskeletal
Neurologic
Respiratory
Skin and Hypersensitivy Reactions
Special Senses
Urogenital
Miscellaneous
Drug Interactions
- Drug
- Description
Use in Specific Populations
Pregnancy
- Pregnancy Category
- Australian Drug Evaluation Committee (ADEC) Pregnancy Category
There is no Australian Drug Evaluation Committee (ADEC) guidance on usage of Fexofenadine hydrochloride in women who are pregnant.
Labor and Delivery
There is no FDA guidance on use of Fexofenadine hydrochloride during labor and delivery.
Nursing Mothers
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Fexofenadine hydrochloride with respect to nursing mothers.
Pediatric Use
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Fexofenadine hydrochloride with respect to pediatric patients.
Geriatic Use
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Fexofenadine hydrochloride with respect to geriatric patients.
Gender
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Fexofenadine hydrochloride with respect to specific gender populations.
Race
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Fexofenadine hydrochloride with respect to specific racial populations.
Renal Impairment
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Fexofenadine hydrochloride in patients with renal impairment.
Hepatic Impairment
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Fexofenadine hydrochloride in patients with hepatic impairment.
Females of Reproductive Potential and Males
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Fexofenadine hydrochloride in women of reproductive potentials and males.
Immunocompromised Patients
There is no FDA guidance one the use of Fexofenadine hydrochloride in patients who are immunocompromised.
Administration and Monitoring
Administration
- Oral
- Intravenous
Monitoring
There is limited information regarding Monitoring of Fexofenadine hydrochloride in the drug label.
- Description
IV Compatibility
There is limited information regarding IV Compatibility of Fexofenadine hydrochloride in the drug label.
Overdosage
Acute Overdose
Signs and Symptoms
- Description
Management
- Description
Chronic Overdose
There is limited information regarding Chronic Overdose of Fexofenadine hydrochloride in the drug label.
Pharmacology
There is limited information regarding Fexofenadine hydrochloride Pharmacology in the drug label.
Mechanism of Action
Structure
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Pharmacodynamics
There is limited information regarding Pharmacodynamics of Fexofenadine hydrochloride in the drug label.
Pharmacokinetics
There is limited information regarding Pharmacokinetics of Fexofenadine hydrochloride in the drug label.
Nonclinical Toxicology
There is limited information regarding Nonclinical Toxicology of Fexofenadine hydrochloride in the drug label.
Clinical Studies
There is limited information regarding Clinical Studies of Fexofenadine hydrochloride in the drug label.
How Supplied
Storage
There is limited information regarding Fexofenadine hydrochloride Storage in the drug label.
Images
Drug Images
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Patient Counseling Information
There is limited information regarding Patient Counseling Information of Fexofenadine hydrochloride in the drug label.
Precautions with Alcohol
- Alcohol-Fexofenadine hydrochloride interaction has not been established. Talk to your doctor about the effects of taking alcohol with this medication.
Brand Names
- ®[1]
Look-Alike Drug Names
- A® — B®[2]
Drug Shortage Status
Price
References
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