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Nozal Soft Capsules (Fexofenadine Hydrochloride)

Nozal Soft Capsules (Fexofenadine Hydrochloride)

OTC medicationSoft capsule경구
Ingredient · strength
Fexofenadine Hydrochloride›60mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
(주)알피바이오
Appearance
Purple transparent oval soft capsule containing a colorless to light purple transparent content
Packaging
10 capsules/PTP
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202202380 · Approved 2022.06.08 · Insurance code 661605760

Summary

Main use
Relief of allergic nasal symptoms from pollen and house dust (indoor dust)
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
Adults and adolescents 15 years and older: Take 1 capsule, 2 times a day in the morning and evening.
Child dose
The safety and efficacy of this medication have not been established in children under 15 years of age.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)알피바이오

Efficacy & effects

Relief of allergic nasal symptoms from pollen and house dust (indoor dust)

  • Sneezing
  • runny nose
  • nasal congestion
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This medication is used to relieve nasal allergy symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, and nasal congestion caused by allergens like pollen or house dust.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults and adolescents 15 years and older: Take 1 capsule, 2 times a day in the morning and evening.

Child dose

The safety and efficacy of this medication have not been established in children under 15 years of age.

Precautions

This medication should not be taken by anyone who has had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its components. It is not safe for children under 15 years of age to use this medication. While using this medication, do not take other allergy treatments or medications containing antihistamines, cold medicines, cough suppressants, motion sickness medications, sedatives, or antacids. Additionally, avoid taking it with certain antibiotics such as ketoconazole or erythromycin, and do not consume with fruit juices like grapefruit juice, orange juice, or apple juice. During the use of this medication, do not consume alcohol, and nursing women are advised not to take it and to avoid breastfeeding while taking this medication. Do not take with food, and do not exceed the prescribed dosage. It is known not to significantly affect driving or operating machinery, but those sensitive to medications should check their condition before driving or performing complex tasks after taking it. Consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication if you have any ongoing conditions or allergies such as allergic rhinitis, asthma, atopic dermatitis, severe nasal congestion, if you are pregnant or possibly pregnant, breastfeeding, elderly, or have kidney or cardiovascular diseases. If you notice any abnormal symptoms such as dry mouth, constipation, diarrhea, drowsiness, swelling of the throat, eyelids, or lips, rash, itching, indigestion, numbness, headache, fatigue, lethargy, dizziness, insomnia, irritability, nightmares, sleep disturbances, frequent urination, difficulty urinating, taste disturbances, palpitations, menstrual irregularities, drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, fatigue, insomnia, irritability, sleep disturbances or nightmares, tachycardia, palpitations, flushing, or itching during the course of taking this medication, you should stop taking it immediately and consult with a doctor or pharmacist. In rare cases, symptoms like shock or liver dysfunction and severe allergic reactions may occur, so if these symptoms appear, contact a medical institution immediately. This medication should be stored out of reach of children and should be kept in its original container for safety.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Hives, skin redness, swelling, chest pain, difficulty breathing, increased blood pressure, shock (anaphylaxis) symptoms (skin itching, hives, hoarseness, sneezing, throat itching, difficulty breathing, palpitations, consciousness disturbances), liver dysfunction symptoms (fever, itching, rash, jaundice, brown urine, general malaise, loss of appetite), agranulocytosis symptoms (sudden high fever, chills, sore throat), leukopenia symptoms,

Mild side effects

  • Dry mouth
  • constipation
  • diarrhea
  • drowsiness
  • swelling of the throat
  • eyelids
  • or lips
  • rash
  • itching
  • indigestion
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  • numbness
  • headache
  • fatigue
  • lethargy
  • dizziness
  • insomnia
  • irritability
  • nightmares
  • sleep disturbances
  • frequent urination
  • difficulty urinating
  • taste disturbances
  • palpitations
  • menstrual irregularities
  • drowsiness
  • dizziness
  • nausea
  • fatigue
  • insomnia
  • irritability
  • sleep disturbances or nightmares
  • tachycardia
  • palpitations
  • flushing
  • itching

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Interactions

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication with other allergy medications including skin disease medications and oral medications for rhinitis containing antihistamines. Do not take with antacids containing aluminum or magnesium. Do not take with ketoconazole or erythromycin.

Food interactions

Do not take this medication with fruit juices such as grapefruit juice, orange juice, and apple juice or with food. Avoid alcohol before and after taking.

Storage

This medication is sensitive to air and moisture, so it must be stored in a sealed container. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1°C and 30°C at room temperature. Proper storage will help maintain the effectiveness and safety of the medication for a long time.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Purple transparent oval soft capsule containing a colorless to light purple transparent content

Package unit

10 capsules/PTP

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.