Drug Uses
Allegra is indicated for the relief of symptoms
associated with seasonal allergic rhinitis in adults
and children 6 years of age and older. Symptoms treated
effectively were sneezing, rhinorrhea, itchy nose/palate/throat,
itchy/watery/red eyes.
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Medicine - Uses, Dosage And Side Effects
How Taken
Allegra is formulated as a capsule or tablet for
oral administration. Allegra is usually taken twice
a day, in the morning and the evening. Follow your
doctor's instructions. Take each dose with a full
glass of water.
Warnings/Precautions
Do not take Allegra if you have ever had an allergic
reaction to it. Before taking this medication, tell
your doctor if you have any serious illness such
as heart, kidney, or liver disease. You may require
a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during
treatment if you have other illnesses. Allegra is
in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that
it is not known whether Allegra will harm an unborn
baby. Do not take this medication without first talking
to your doctor if you are pregnant. It is also not
known whether Allegra passes into breast milk. Do
not take Allegra without first talking to your doctor
if you are breast-feeding a baby. Allegra is not
approved for use by children younger than 6 years
of age.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the
missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
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Allegra Dosage
Possible Side Effects
Stop taking Allegra and seek emergency medical attention
if you experience an allergic reaction (difficulty
breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the
lips, tongue, or face; or hives). Allergic reactions
occur only rarely, and other serious side effects
are not likely to occur. Some less serious side effects
may be more likely to occur. Continue to take Allegra
and talk to your doctor if you experience nausea
or an upset stomach. Side effects other than those
listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about
any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially
bothersome.
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Side Effects
Storage
Store Allegra capsules and tablets at controlled
room temperature 20-25°C (68-77°F). Foil-backed
blister packs containing Allegra capsules and all
tablet packaging should be protected from excessive
moisture.
Overdose
Symptoms and signs of Allegra overdose are: dizziness,
drowsiness, and dry mouth. Seek emergency medical
attention. More about Recommended
Allegra Dosage
More Information
Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription
medication you may use, especially: MAO inhibitors,
certain blood pressure drugs, digoxin, and all adrenaline-like
drugs. Report other drugs which affect the heart
rhythm. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
Check the labels carefully on all nonprescription
products, such as cough-and-cold medicines that contain
antihistamines and decongestants. Consult your pharmacist.
Do not take Allegra for several days before any allergy
testing since test results can be affected. Do not
start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist
approval.
Disclaimer
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