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Fexofenadine Hydrochloride fexofenadine

Get an overview of FEXOFENADINE HYDROCHLORIDE (fexofenadine tablet, film coated), including its generic name, formulation (i.e. pill, oral solution, injection, inhaled medicine) and why it’s used. The medication in Fexofenadine Hydrochloride can be sold under different names.

Refer to the “Also Known As” section to reference different products that include the same medication as Fexofenadine Hydrochloride.

Drug Basics

Brand Name: Fexofenadine Hydrochloride

Generic Name: FEXOFENADINE

Drug Type: HUMAN OTC DRUG

Route: ORAL

Dosage Form: TABLET, FILM COATED

Data Current As Of: 2020-02-03

active ingredient (in each tablet)

Fexofenadine hydrochloride USP, 60 mg

purpose

Antihistamine

uses

temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies:

  • runny nose
  • sneezing
  • itchy, watery eyes
  • itching of the nose or throat

warnings

do not use

if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients.

ask a doctor before use if you have

kidney disease. Your doctor should determine if you need a different dose.

when using this product

  • do not take more than directed
  • do not take at the same time as aluminum or magnesium antacids
  • do not take with fruit juices (see Directions)

stop use & ask a doctor if

an allergic reaction to this product occurs. Seek medical help right away.

if pregnant or breast-feeding,

ask a health professional before use.

keep out of reach of children.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

directions

adults and children 12 years of age and over

take one 60 mg tablet with water every 12 hours; do not take more than 2 tablets in 24 hours

children under 12 years of age

do not use

adults 65 years of age and older

ask a doctor

consumers with kidney disease

ask a doctor

other information

  • Tamper Evident: do not use if foil seal under cap is missing, open or broken
  • store between 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)
  • protect from excessive moisture
  • Meets USP Dissolution Test 2

inactive ingredients

Butylated hydroxyanisole, crospovidone, FD&C Blue No. 1 Aluminum Lake, hypromellose, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, polysorbate 80, povidone, sodium lauryl sulfate, titanium dioxide and triacetin.

questions or comments?

Call 1-877-446-3679 (1-877-4-INFO-RX)

Manufactured by: Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc., Morgantown, WV 26505 U.S.A.

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