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Alepec Tablet 60 Milligrams (Fexofenadine Hydrochloride)

Alepec Tablet 60 Milligrams (Fexofenadine Hydrochloride)

OTC medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Fexofenadine Hydrochloride›60mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
(주)이든파마
Appearance
White, round film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 60 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle, 10 tablets/pack, 20 tablets/box [(10 tablets/pack x2)]
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202400598 · Notified 2024.03.22

Summary

Main use
Temporary relief of symptoms such as runny nose and sneezing due to pollen and upper respiratory allergies.
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
Adults and adolescents aged 12 and older: Take 1 tablet every 12 hours with water. Do not exceed 2 tablets within a 24-hour period.
Child dose
Safety and efficacy have not been established for children under 12 years of age.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)이든파마

Efficacy & effects

Temporary relief of symptoms such as runny nose and sneezing due to pollen and upper respiratory allergies.

  • Runny nose
  • sneezing
  • itchy eyes
  • watery eyes
  • itching of the nose
  • itching of the throat
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This medication is used to temporarily relieve symptoms caused by pollen allergies or other upper respiratory allergies, such as runny nose, sneezing, itchy and watery eyes, and itching of the nose or throat.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults and adolescents aged 12 and older: Take 1 tablet every 12 hours with water. Do not exceed 2 tablets within a 24-hour period.

Child dose

Safety and efficacy have not been established for children under 12 years of age.

Precautions

This medication should not be taken by anyone who has had an allergic reaction to this medication or its ingredients. Do not take this medication with other allergy treatments, antihistamines, antacids, or certain antibiotics, and avoid fruit juices such as grapefruit juice, orange juice, and apple juice while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol before and after taking this medication, and breastfeeding women should refrain from taking this medication or should discontinue breastfeeding. This medication should not be taken with food, and the prescribed dosage should not be exceeded. It is known not to significantly affect driving or operating machinery, but individuals sensitive to this medication should verify their condition before driving or undertaking complex tasks. Individuals undergoing treatment from a doctor, those with other allergic conditions, pregnant women or those who may become pregnant, the elderly, and individuals with kidney or heart conditions should consult a healthcare professional before taking this medication. If symptoms such as dry mouth, constipation, diarrhea, drowsiness, swelling of the throat, eyelids, or lips, rashes, itching, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, indigestion, tingling, headache, fatigue, malaise, dizziness, insomnia, nervousness, nightmares, sleep disturbances, frequent urination, difficulty urinating, palpitations, abnormal taste, swelling, chest pain, increased blood pressure, menstrual irregularities, drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, fatigue, insomnia, nervousness, sleep disturbances, nightmares, rash, or hives occur during use, stop taking the medication immediately and consult a healthcare professional. In particular, if symptoms of shock, liver dysfunction, or blood disorders occur, seek medical attention immediately. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored in its original container for safety.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Hives
  • redness of the skin
  • swelling of the throat
  • eyelids
  • or lips
  • chest tightness
  • difficulty breathing
  • increased blood pressure
  • shock (anaphylaxis)
  • skin itching
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  • hoarseness
  • sneezing
  • itching of the throat
  • confusion
  • liver dysfunction
  • fever
  • itching
  • rash
  • jaundice
  • brown urine
  • generalized malaise
  • loss of appetite
  • agranulocytosis
  • sudden high fever
  • chills
  • sore throat
  • decrease in white blood cells
  • neutropenia
  • angioedema
  • chest tightness

Mild side effects

  • Dry mouth
  • constipation
  • diarrhea
  • drowsiness
  • swelling of the throat
  • eyelids
  • or lips
  • rashes
  • itching
  • nausea
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  • vomiting
  • abdominal pain
  • indigestion
  • tingling
  • headache
  • fatigue
  • malaise
  • dizziness
  • insomnia
  • nervousness
  • nightmares
  • sleep disturbances
  • frequent urination
  • difficulty urinating
  • palpitations
  • abnormal taste
  • swelling
  • chest pain
  • increased blood pressure
  • menstrual irregularities
  • drowsiness
  • dizziness
  • nausea
  • fatigue
  • insomnia
  • nervousness
  • sleep disturbances
  • nightmares
  • rash
  • hives

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

Interactions

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication with other allergy medications (skin disease medications, oral medications for rhinitis, etc.), oral medications containing antihistamines (cold medicine, cough suppressants, motion sickness medications, sleep aids, etc.), antacids (preparations containing aluminum or magnesium), ketoconazole, or erythromycin.

Food interactions

Do not take this medication with fruit juices (grapefruit juice, orange juice, and apple juice) or food. Do not consume alcohol before and after use.

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White, round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 60 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle, 10 tablets/pack, 20 tablets/box [(10 tablets/pack x2)]

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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.