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Eye allergy facts
- Most allergic eye conditions are more irritating than dangerous.
- Allergic or vernal keratoconjunctivitis may result in scarring of the cornea and visual problems.
- Itchy eyes are probably allergic eyes.
- Topical antihistamine/decongestant preparations are effective and safe for mildly itchy, red eyes.
- Patanol, a topical mast-cell stabilizer, is a safe, highly effective, long-acting treatment.
- Topical steroids should be used with caution and under the supervision of an ophthalmologist.
- If in doubt, seek medical advice sooner rather than later.
Eye allergy introduction
The eyes are the windows to the soul because they reflect our state of mind. This certainly can't be true if our eyes are red, swollen, watery, and itchy from an allergic reaction. Severe allergic eye symptoms can be very distressing and are a common reason fo...
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Allegra Drug Center
Medical Editor: Charles Patrick Davis, MD, PhD
Allegra (fexofenadine hydrochloride) is an antihistamine used to treat allergic symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis (sneezing, runny nose, itchy or watery eyes), and urticaria (hives). Allegra is available as a generic drug termed fexofenadine hydrochloride. Allegra is used in adults and children (2 years and older for allergies, 6 months and older for hives) for the control and reduction of the above symptoms. Some common side effects of Allegra include GI symptoms of nausea or diarrhea, muscle or back discomfort or pain, sleepiness, and menstrual cramps.
Allegra is available in several strengths and forms; as tablets in strengths of 30, 60 and 180 mg, as 30 mg fast orally disintegrating tablets (available in foil blister packs and labeled "ODT"; the drug should not be touched by skin as it may begin to dissolve and reduce the oral dose) and as an oral suspension of 30mg per 5 ml. The dosage is dependent on the age, weight and effectiveness of the drug; special care should be taken when prescribing this drug to infants and children to make sure the recommended dosage is given. Drugs like ketoconazole and erythromycin may markedly increase the availability of the drug in the body while fruit juices can reduce the concentration. Follow the recommendations of the prescribing doctor to avoid these interactions. There are no studies of Allegra in pregnant or lactating women; the use in the pediatric population is described above. Note that the Allegra ODT tablets (orally disintegrating tablets) contain 5.3 mg of phenylalanine and should not be used by individuals with phenylketonuria.
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What is Prescribing information?
The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.
Allegra Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage
Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis
ALLEGRA (fexofenadine hcl) is indicated for the relief of symptoms associated with seasonal allergic rhinitis in adults and children 2 years of age and older.
Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria
ALLEGRA (fexofenadine hcl) is indicated for treatment of uncomplicated skin manifestations of chronic idiopathic urticaria in adults and children 6 months of age and older.
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What is Patient information?
Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.
Allegra Patient Information: Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop taking fexofenadine and call your doctor if you have fever, chills, body aches, cough, or other flu symptoms.
Less serious side effects may include:
- nausea, diarrhea, upset stomach;
- menstrual cramps;
- drowsiness, tired feeling;
- headache; or
- muscle or back pain.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call you...
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What is Consumer information?
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Allegra Consumer Information: Uses
Fexofenadine is an antihistamine that provides relief of seasonal allergy symptoms such as runny or itchy nose, sneezing, itchy throat, and watery, itchy, or red eyes. It is also used for hives.
HOW TO USE: Take fexofenadine by mouth usually twice a day or as directed by your doctor. If you are taking the suspension, shake the bottle well before use. Take the regular tablet or suspension form of this medication with or without food. If you are using the rapidly dissolving tablet, take it on an empty stomach. Remove the rapidly dissolving tablet from...
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