Fexo Tablet 60mg

About Fexo Tablet 60mg

Fexo Tablet Uses

• Relieves sneezing and runny nose caused by seasonal allergies.
• Reduces itchy and watery eyes linked to hay fever.
• Controls itching and hives from chronic urticaria.
• Eases nasal congestion caused by allergic rhinitis.

Fexo Tablet Benefits

• Starts working within about one hour of taking the dose.
• Provides up to 24 hour relief with a single daily tablet.
• Causes less drowsiness compared to older antihistamines.
• Suitable for regular use throughout allergy season.

What Experts Say

Fexofenadine works by blocking histamine H1 receptors throughout the body. This stops histamine from triggering the sneezing, itching, swelling and watery eyes that occur during an allergic reaction. Unlike first generation antihistamines, it does not cross the blood brain barrier easily, which is why it causes far less drowsiness.

Doctors often prefer fexofenadine for patients who need daily allergy control but cannot tolerate the sedation caused by older antihistamines like chlorpheniramine. Its once daily dosing also improves how consistently patients take the medicine, which matters for managing seasonal and chronic allergies.

Clinical data show fexofenadine has a favorable heart safety profile compared to some older antihistamines with similar sedation profiles that were withdrawn over heart rhythm concerns. It remains a first line option for allergic rhinitis and chronic urticaria when taken at the recommended daily dose.

Drug Class

• Second generation antihistamine
• H1 receptor antagonist

Fexo Tablet 60mg formula

• Fexofenadine Hydrochloride

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Fexo Tablet 60mg?

• Take one tablet by mouth once daily, with or without food.
• Swallow the tablet whole with a full glass of water.
• Take at the same time each day for consistent allergy control.
• Avoid taking with fruit juices such as orange, apple or grapefruit juice.
• Continue for the duration advised by your doctor even if symptoms improve.

Drug Interactions

• Fruit Juices: Apple, orange and grapefruit juice can reduce fexofenadine absorption and lower its effect.
• Antacids: Aluminum and magnesium containing antacids can reduce absorption, separate dosing by two hours.
• Erythromycin: Can increase fexofenadine blood levels through a transporter interaction.
• Ketoconazole: Can increase fexofenadine blood levels through a transporter interaction.

Risks and warnings

• Kidney Impairment: Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with reduced kidney function.
• Pregnancy And Breastfeeding: Use only if advised by a doctor, as safety data is limited.
• Elderly Patients: Use with caution due to age related changes in drug clearance.
• Hypersensitivity: Avoid if you have a known allergy to fexofenadine or its components.

Fexo Tablet Side Effects

• Headache
• Drowsiness
• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Dry mouth
• Back pain
• Menstrual discomfort reported in some women during trials
• Rare allergic reaction with swelling of face, lips or tongue
• Rare difficulty breathing requiring emergency care

Storage Conditions

• Store at room temperature below 30 degrees Celsius.
• Keep in a dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Keep the blister pack sealed until ready to use.
• Keep out of reach of children.