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Fexo 60 is an antiallergic drug that helps relieve symptoms caused by allergies. Medicines can limit the risk of side effects caused by previous generation drugs.
1. What is Fexo 60?
Fexo medicine has the main ingredient is Fexofenadine hydrochloride 60mg, is prepared in the form of film-coated tablets. Fexofenadine is an antihistamine that selectively antagonizes peripheral H1 receptors. Fexofenadine is an active metabolite of terfenadine, but this drug is no longer cardiotoxic because it does not inhibit the potassium channel involved in myocardial repolarization. Histamine H1 is a chemical mediator produced when the body is exposed to allergens and causes manifestations such as skin rash, hives, red eyes, itchy nose, sneezing, runny nose. .. H1 antihistamines have a competitive effect on binding to the receptors of this substance in the periphery, helping to alleviate the above symptoms.
Selective H1 antihistamines have very little effect on drowsiness or affect the central nervous system. The drug has a longer duration of action and can be administered in once-daily dosing.
Fexofenadine after oral administration is well absorbed and begins to work after 60 minutes. Peak blood concentrations are reached after about 2–3 hours. High-fat foods can reduce peak plasma concentrations by about 17% and prolong the time to peak drug concentrations by about 4 hours.
2. Uses of the drug Fexo 60
Fexo medicine 60mg has anti-allergic effect, so it is indicated to help relieve symptoms in some of the following cases:
Seasonal allergic rhinitis or perennial allergic rhinitis causing symptoms symptoms such as runny nose, stuffy nose, itchy nose, sneezing... in adults and children 12 years and older; Treatment of symptoms of idiopathic urticaria, allergic skin diseases in adults and children 12 years of age and older; Treatment of allergic conjunctivitis causing red, itchy, watery eyes... The drug should not be used in the following cases:
Patients with a history of hypersensitivity to Fexofenadine hydrochloride or any of its ingredients any other of the drug; Not for children under 12 years old; Use with caution in patients with severe renal and hepatic impairment, over 65 years of age, and in patients with a history of cardiovascular disease such as prolonged QT interval.
3. Usage and dosage of Fexo 60
Usage: The drug is prepared in the form of film-coated tablets, should be used orally. Take the medicine before meals and do not take it with fruit juices. Fexo 60 should be taken 2 hours apart for antacids containing aluminum or magnesium gels.
Dosage:
Allergic rhinitis in adults and children 12 years of age and older: The recommended dose is 1 60mg tablet each time, taken 2 times daily or 2 tablets once daily; Treatment of idiopathic urticaria in adults and children 12 years of age and older: Take 180 mg (3 Fexo 60 tablets) and take 1 time per day; Patients with hepatic impairment : No dose adjustment is required; Patients with renal failure, the elderly or patients with renal failure requiring hemodialysis: Use with 60 mg x 1 time / day.
4. Side effects when using the drug Fexo 60
During the use of the drug, you may experience some side effects including:
Common: Fatigue, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, insomnia, indigestion, nausea, viral infection, cough, fever, upper respiratory tract infection, back pain, sinusitis, back pain, itchy throat; Uncommon: Nightmares, feelings of fear, sleep disturbances, abdominal pain, dry mouth; Rare: Pruritus, urticaria, chest pain, angioedema, anaphylaxis, flushing, dyspnoea. When experiencing side effects, you should stop taking the drug and consult your doctor. If severe, ask a relative to take him to a medical facility for treatment.
5. Note when using the drug Fexo 60
When taking medicine you should note:
Inform your doctor before taking the drug about the history of allergies; Drug interactions can occur when drugs are used together. Therefore, inform your doctor of other medications you are taking; For pregnant women: There is currently not enough evidence that this drug is safe to use, so consult your doctor and carefully weigh the benefits and risks before taking; For nursing women, the drug can pass into breast milk and affect the nursing infant, so it is not recommended to use and if used, breast-feeding should be discontinued; The drug can cause drowsiness as a side effect, so do not operate machinery without clearly determining the extent of the drug's effect on the body; If skin antigen testing is required: This drug should be discontinued at least 24 to 48 hours prior to the procedure; Do not use this medicine when there are signs of damage such as moisture, mold and past the expiry date. Store the medicine in a cool place and avoid direct light. Keep the medicine out of the reach of children. In summary, the drug Fexo 60 is used to treat allergic cases such as conjunctivitis, urticaria, rhinitis... Hopefully through this article you have had useful information about the drug to use safely. whole.
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