Telfast D 60mg/120mg

About Telfast D 60mg/120mg

Telfast D 60mg/120mg Uses

• Seasonal allergic rhinitis with nasal congestion
• Sneezing, itching and runny nose
• Sinus pressure linked to allergies
• Nasal blockage that affects breathing and sleep

Drug Class

• Antihistamine and decongestant combination
• H1 blocker plus sympathomimetic decongestant

What Experts Say

Fexofenadine blocks histamine to control sneezing and itching, while pseudoephedrine narrows swollen nasal blood vessels to relieve congestion.

It is usually taken twice daily, and the extended release layer means it should be swallowed whole, not crushed or split.

Because pseudoephedrine is a stimulant, it can raise blood pressure and disturb sleep, so it should be used cautiously in people with heart conditions.

Telfast D 60mg/120mg formula

• Fexofenadine Hydrochloride 60mg
• Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride 120mg

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Telfast D 60mg/120mg?

• Take one tablet twice daily, about 12 hours apart.
• Swallow whole with water. Do not crush or chew.
• Avoid taking with fruit juices, which can reduce absorption.
• Avoid the evening dose if it disturbs sleep.

Drug Interactions

The pseudoephedrine component means Telfast D interacts with several medicines that affect blood pressure and the nervous system.

• MAOIs: Combining is contraindicated due to a risk of a dangerous rise in blood pressure.
• Aluminum or magnesium antacids: Can reduce fexofenadine absorption; space doses apart.
• Other decongestants or stimulants: Combining increases the risk of high blood pressure and rapid heartbeat.

Risks and warnings

• High blood pressure: Pseudoephedrine can raise blood pressure; use cautiously in hypertension.
• Heart disease: Use cautiously in people with heart rhythm problems or coronary artery disease.
• Sleep disturbance: The decongestant component can cause insomnia if taken late in the day.
• Urinary retention: Use cautiously in men with prostate enlargement.

Telfast D 60mg/120mg Side Effects

• Insomnia
• Nervousness or restlessness
• Dry mouth
• Headache
• Increased heart rate

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight, out of reach of children.