Fexet-D Tablet 60mg/120mg

About Fexet-D Tablet 60mg/120mg

Fexet D Tablet Uses

• Seasonal allergic rhinitis causing sneezing, runny nose, and itchy or watery eyes.
• Nasal and sinus congestion linked to allergies or the common cold.
• Sinus pressure and facial discomfort caused by blocked nasal passages.
• Combined allergy and congestion symptoms that a plain antihistamine alone does not fully relieve.

Fexet D Tablet Benefits

• Combines a non-drowsy antihistamine with a decongestant in a single tablet.
• Fexofenadine causes little to no sedation, unlike some older combination allergy products.
• Reduces the need to take a separate decongestant alongside an antihistamine.
• Once or twice daily dosing depending on the strength prescribed.
• Suitable for adults and children old enough to take the fixed adult strength tablet.

What Experts Say

Fexet D combines Fexofenadine, a second-generation antihistamine that selectively blocks peripheral H1 receptors, with Pseudoephedrine, a decongestant that narrows swollen blood vessels in the nasal lining. Fexofenadine controls sneezing, itching, and watery eyes, while Pseudoephedrine specifically targets nasal and sinus congestion.

Fexofenadine has a distinctive interaction that many patients are not aware of: fruit juices such as grapefruit, orange, and apple juice can reduce how much Fexofenadine the body absorbs, sometimes making the medicine less effective. Taking Fexet D with water rather than fruit juice helps ensure the full dose is absorbed as intended.

Fexofenadine is eliminated largely unchanged through the bile and urine, with very limited liver processing, which is part of why it has fewer drug interactions than some older antihistamines. Pseudoephedrine is cleared mainly through the kidneys, so patients with reduced kidney function may need a lower dose or less frequent dosing.

Drug Class

• Antihistamine and Decongestant Combination

Packaging and Quantity

• Pack of 10 tablets.

When Not to Use Fexet D

• If you have a known allergy or hypersensitivity to Fexofenadine, Pseudoephedrine, or any ingredient in the tablet.
• If you have uncontrolled high blood pressure or severe heart disease.
• If you have recently used (within fourteen days) a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) antidepressant.
• If it is to be administered to a child who cannot yet swallow a whole tablet or take the fixed adult dose safely.

Fexet-D Tablet 60mg/120mg formula

• Fexofenadine + Pseudoephedrine

Available forms

• Tablets

How to use Fexet-D Tablet 60mg/120mg?

• Fexet D tablet should be swallowed whole with a glass of water rather than fruit juice.
• The tablet may be taken with or without food.
• Fexet D tablet is usually taken once or twice daily depending on the strength prescribed.
• Doses should be spaced evenly through the day if taken more than once daily.
• Fexet D tablet is generally intended for use during active allergy or cold symptoms rather than continuous long term use.
• The dose should not be increased or the course extended beyond what a doctor has recommended.

Drug Interactions

Fexet D tablet's interactions mostly come from its Pseudoephedrine component, since Fexofenadine interacts with relatively few medicines. The following should be noted:

• Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors: Combining Pseudoephedrine with MAOIs can cause a dangerous rise in blood pressure.
• Fruit Juices and Antacids: Grapefruit, orange, or apple juice, as well as aluminum or magnesium containing antacids, can reduce how much Fexofenadine is absorbed.
• Other Decongestants or Stimulants: Taking additional decongestants alongside Fexet D tablet increases the risk of a rapid heartbeat and high blood pressure.
• Blood Pressure Medicines: Pseudoephedrine can reduce the effectiveness of medicines used to lower blood pressure.

Risks and warnings

• Blood pressure: Pseudoephedrine can raise blood pressure, so Fexet D tablet should be used cautiously in patients with hypertension or heart disease.
• Thyroid disease: Pseudoephedrine can worsen symptoms in patients with an overactive thyroid.
• Diabetes: Pseudoephedrine may affect blood sugar control, so patients with diabetes should monitor levels closely.
• Urinary retention: Men with an enlarged prostate may find it harder to urinate while taking Pseudoephedrine.
• Pregnancy: Fexet D tablet should only be used during pregnancy when clearly needed and directed by a doctor.
• Breastfeeding: Pseudoephedrine can reduce milk supply, so a doctor should be consulted before use while nursing.
• Driving and machinery: Although Fexofenadine itself is non-sedating, Pseudoephedrine can cause nervousness or dizziness in some patients, so caution is advised until effects are known.

Fexet D Tablet Side Effects

Fexofenadine on its own rarely causes drowsiness, though Fexet D's Pseudoephedrine component can add effects of its own, including:

• Headache.
• Nervousness or difficulty sleeping.
• Dry mouth.
• Nausea.

Effects that call for prompt medical attention are uncommon but include:

• A rapid, pounding, or irregular heartbeat.
• Severe dizziness or fainting.
• Severe allergic reaction including facial swelling or difficulty breathing.

Storage Conditions

• Store at room temperature, below 30°C.
• Keep away from direct sunlight, heat, and moisture.
• Store in the original packaging until ready to use.
• Keep out of reach and sight of children.
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the packaging.
• Do not store in the bathroom or near a kitchen sink.