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Allegra Quick Soft Capsule (Fexofenadine Hydrochloride)

Allegra Quick Soft Capsule (Fexofenadine Hydrochloride)

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

MFDS item code 202302483 · Notified 2023.08.22

Summary

Main use
Relief of allergic nasal symptoms due to pollen and house dust (indoor dust)
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
Adults and adolescents aged 15 and over: 1 capsule once, 2 times a day in the morning and evening.
Child dose
Children under 15 years: Safety and efficacy of this medication have not been established.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
제이더블유중외제약(주)

Efficacy & effects

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

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

How to take

Adult dose

Adults and adolescents aged 15 and over: 1 capsule once, 2 times a day in the morning and evening.

Child dose

Children under 15 years: Safety and efficacy of this medication have not been established.

Precautions

This medication should not be taken by anyone who has experienced an allergic reaction to this medication or any of its ingredients. Children under the age of 15 should not use this medication. During treatment, it should not be taken with other allergy medications or antihistamines, antacids, or certain antibiotics, and fruit juices such as grapefruit juice, orange juice, or apple juice should also be avoided. Alcohol should not be consumed while taking this medication, and nursing mothers are advised not to take this medication or to avoid breastfeeding during treatment. It should not be taken with food, and care should be taken not to exceed the recommended dosage. There have been no reports of this medication affecting driving or operating machinery, but those sensitive to the medication should verify if it is suitable for them to drive or perform complex tasks after taking it. Consultation with a physician or pharmacist may be necessary before taking this medication if you are undergoing treatment for another condition, have another allergic disease, are pregnant or may become pregnant, are elderly, or have problems with your kidneys or heart. If you experience symptoms such as dry mouth, constipation, diarrhea, drowsiness, swelling of the mouth, eyelids, or lips, rash, itching, redness of the skin, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, indigestion, numbness, headache, fatigue, lethargy, dizziness, insomnia, nervousness, nightmares, sleep disturbances, frequent urination, difficulty urinating, palpitations, altered taste, menstrual irregularities, drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, fatigue, insomnia, nervousness, sleep disturbances, nightmares, rash, itching, or angioedema while taking this medication, you should consult a healthcare professional immediately. In rare cases, severe allergic reactions, liver function abnormalities, or blood abnormalities may occur, so if these symptoms appear, stop taking the medication immediately and visit a hospital. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, stored in its original container with the lid tightly closed to maintain the quality of the product.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Hives
  • itching of the throat
  • difficulty breathing
  • palpitations
  • confusion
  • jaundice
  • generalized lethargy
  • sudden high fever
  • chills
  • sore throat
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  • angioedema
  • chest tightness
  • difficulty breathing
  • anaphylaxis
  • shock
  • liver dysfunction

Mild side effects

  • Dry mouth
  • constipation
  • diarrhea
  • drowsiness
  • swelling of the mouth
  • eyelids
  • or lips
  • rash
  • itching
  • reddening of the skin
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  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • abdominal pain
  • indigestion
  • numbness
  • headache
  • fatigue
  • lethargy
  • dizziness
  • insomnia
  • nervousness
  • nightmares
  • sleep disturbances
  • frequent urination
  • difficulty urinating
  • palpitations
  • altered taste
  • menstrual irregularities
  • drowsiness
  • dizziness
  • nausea
  • fatigue
  • insomnia
  • nervousness
  • sleep disturbances
  • nightmares
  • rash
  • itching
  • angioedema

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 those for skin disorders or rhinitis, or oral medications containing antihistamines. Avoid antacids that contain 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, or apple juice or with food. Do not consume alcohol before or after taking.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air and moisture from entering, at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication and prevent deterioration.

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.