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Entefast 120mg is prescribed for the treatment of symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis and chronic idiopathic urticaria. Using Entefast 120mg requires a prescription from a doctor. To better understand what Entefast 120mg cures, you can refer to the article below.1. What diseases does Entefast 120mg treat?
As mentioned above, Entefast 120mg is a medicine used to treat the symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis such as: runny nose, sneezing, red eyes or allergic conjunctivitis that causes itching or watery eyes,... In addition, Entefast 120mg is also effective in relieving symptoms of allergies such as hives, itching and rashes in adults and children over 6 months of age. In addition, the drug Entefast 120mg also supports the treatment of stomach diseases and does not cause drowsiness.
entefast 120mg is produced in the form of film coated tablets with the main ingredient is Fexofenadine HCl and the content is 120mg. Fexofenadine is a new generation antiallergic agent – the H1 receptor antagonist that causes allergies. Fexofenadine is also an anti-histamine agent for the treatment of allergies but does not cause drowsiness.
After entering the body, Fexofenadine will be converted to terfenadine, which has a selective antagonistic effect on peripheral H1 receptors. The H1 receptor is a protein that is released when an allergen affects the body. This will cause common allergic reactions.
The drug is contraindicated for people with hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients of Entefast 120mg. Contraindications to the drug Entefast 120mg must be understood as an absolute contraindication, so it will not be allowed to use.
2. Usage and dosage of Entefast 120mg
Depending on age, weight, physical condition, condition and severity of the disease, the doctor will prescribe the drug with different dosages. Read the instructions for use carefully and consult your doctor for the best advice. You can refer to the dosage and usage as follows:
Doois for adults and children 12 years of age and older:
Seasonal allergic rhinitis: take 60mg x 2 times/day, the dose can be increased to 120mg or 180 mg x 1 time/day. Chronic idiopathic urticaria: 60mg twice daily or increased to 180mg once daily. In case patients with renal failure need to adjust the appropriate dose of the drug, it is recommended to consult a doctor or according to the dosage: Initially 60mg x 1 time / day. It is necessary to apply the exact dose of Entefast 120mg indicated on the packaging or in the drug leaflet or doctor's instructions. Do not arbitrarily calculate, apply or change the dose.
3. Entefast 120mg side effects
Using Entefast 120mg medicine can cause the following side effects for users:
Nausea, vomiting Headache, dizziness, lightheadedness Dizziness and fatigue Diarrhea Cough Pain in arms, legs, back If If you have any condition that is more serious or prolonged, you should immediately contact your doctor so that he can get the best advice.
In addition, if the patient experiences the following symptoms, it is necessary to stop using Entefast 120mg immediately and call a doctor or medical center for timely and safest treatment, including:
Rash, allergies, itching Difficulty swallowing Difficulty breathing Swelling of face, lips, tongue, lips, hands, feet, ankles Hoarseness of voice The medicine can cause other side effects that have not been mentioned, so watch and if you develop It is necessary to call a doctor for timely advice.
4. Notes when using Entefast 120mg
Note when using Entefast 120mg with other drugs, because some drugs can cause interactions with Entefast 120mg. This interaction can cause increased or decreased toxicity, altered effects or increased or decreased side effects of the drug. So, Do not use Entefast 120mg with:
Ketoconazole Erythromycin Care should be taken when using Entefast 120mg with the following medicines :
Acetaminophen Amoxicillin Aspirin Cetirizine Ibuprofen Loratadine Vitamin C Vitamin D3 Vitamin B12 Before starting to use Entefast 120mg You need to tell your doctor about all the medicines and supplements you are taking. So that the doctor will know which type will interact with Entefast 120mg.
In addition, the subjects to note before taking Entefast 120mg include: the elderly, pregnant women, lactating women, children under 15 years old, people with liver failure, kidney failure, sensitive people allergic to any ingredient of the drug... Or the subject has myasthenia gravis, hepatic coma, stomach ulcer.
For pregnant and lactating women: the drug can adversely affect the fetus, especially in the first 3 months of pregnancy. Entefast 120mg can be passed into breast milk and affects nursing infants. Therefore, Entefast 120mg should not be used for the above two cases, unless otherwise agreed by the doctor.
Entefast 120mg drug should be used according to the instructions of the doctor, avoiding the case of overdose causing many unwanted effects. If you have any questions, ask your treating doctor for answers.
