Fanoxin tablet 120mg

About Fanoxin tablet 120mg

Fanoxin Tablet Uses

• Relief of sneezing, runny nose, itchy and watery eyes in seasonal allergic rhinitis.
• Treatment of chronic idiopathic urticaria (hives) and skin itching.
• Control of hay fever symptoms during pollen season.
• Short course relief from dust and pollution related allergy flares.

Fanoxin Tablet Benefits

• Rarely causes sleepiness, so it suits daytime use.
• One 120 mg tablet daily gives steady allergy control.
• Works without the dry, foggy feeling of older antihistamines.

What Experts Say

Fexofenadine selectively blocks histamine H1 receptors outside the brain. This stops sneezing, itching and watery eyes without the heavy drowsiness caused by first generation antihistamines. Relief usually starts within one to two hours and lasts for most of the day, which suits school and office routines.

It is not broken down much by the liver, so it has fewer drug interactions than some other antihistamines. Fruit juice and aluminum or magnesium antacids can reduce its absorption, so timing matters. Taking it consistently at the same time each day gives the steadiest control of itching and sneezing, and helps in dusty or polluted weather.

For best results, take it regularly through the allergy season rather than only on bad days. People with kidney disease and older adults may need a lower dose. Persistent symptoms despite treatment are a reason to look for the trigger with a doctor.

Drug Class

• Second generation antihistamine (H1 receptor blocker)

Fanoxin tablet 120mg formula

• Fexofenadine

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Fanoxin tablet 120mg?

• Adults and children 12 years and above: one Fanoxin 120 mg tablet once daily, or as prescribed.
• Swallow with water, not fruit juice, and take it before meals if possible.
• Leave about 2 hours between this tablet and antacids containing aluminum or magnesium.
• Children under 12 years need a lower strength as advised by the doctor.

Drug Interactions

• Aluminum and magnesium antacids: They reduce fexofenadine absorption, so separate the doses by 2 hours.
• Fruit juices: Grapefruit, orange and apple juice can lower its effect.
• Erythromycin and ketoconazole: They can raise fexofenadine levels in the blood.
• Alcohol and sedatives: They may add to drowsiness in some people.

Risks and warnings

• Kidney disease: A lower dose may be needed, so check with the doctor first.
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Use only if the doctor considers it necessary.
• Heart rhythm: Rare QT changes have been reported, so tell the doctor about heart disease.
• Fruit juice: Grapefruit, orange and apple juice can reduce absorption, so avoid them around the dose.
• Children: Do not give the 120 mg tablet to children under 12 years.

Fanoxin Tablet 120mg Side Effects

• Headache
• Drowsiness (uncommon)
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Dry mouth
• Tiredness
• Back pain
• Rash (rare)

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30 C in a cool, dry place.
• Keep tablets in the blister until use.
• Protect from light and moisture.
• Keep out of reach of children.