Fexofenadine, marketed as Allegra, is an antihistamine medication used for treating allergy symptoms. It is a successor and alternative of terfenadine, which was an antihistamine with serious contraindications. Allegra does not cross the blood-brain barrier, and this is why it causes less drowsiness than antihistamines, which were available earlier. It is used as an allergy treatment. It is a proven drug, which relieves people from allergy symptoms such as runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing, without making them feel drowsy.
Side effects of Allegra
Though side effects have been reported, people rarely experience them. It is not necessary that you suffer from these side effects if you are taking this drug. These are some side effects, which you may experience when you take allegra:
- Nausea
- Coughing
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Cold
- Backache
- Drowsiness
- Menstrual Pain
- Flu-like symptoms
- Diarrhea
Make sure that you tell your doctor about all the medications you are taking so that he/she can understand your health condition better and decide an appropriate dose. It also helps in avoiding drug interactions and other reactions. Do not take anti-acids such as Mylanta, Rolaids, Pepcid and Milk of Magnesia as the effectiveness of this drug is reduced by their intake. Ensure that children and pets stay away from this medication. Women who are pregnant or who are about to get pregnant should ensure that they tell their doctor about their pregnancy before taking this medication. If you experience Allegra side effects, stop taking the drug and call your doctor immediately.
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