Telfast 180 mg tablets for allergy treatment

Telfast 180 mg tablets Active ingredient: Fexofenadine What are the uses of Telfast? Fexofenadine is used temporarily to treat respiratory allergy symptoms, such as hay fever, and other respiratory sensitivities, which often show symptoms as: runny nose, sneezing, itching in the nose or throat, watery or itchy eyes. It is also used off-label to treat symptoms of a type of hives, known as chronic idiopathic urticaria. What are the contraindications of Telfast? Fexofenadine should not be used by people who have hypersensitivity to it or to any ingredients used in the manufacture of different formulations of fexofenadine. What are the side effects of Telfast? Common side effects include: - Vomiting - Headache - Back pain - Cold symptoms, such as nasal congestion, sinus pain, sore throat Less common side effects include: - Cough - Diarrhea - Upper respiratory infection - Fever - Menstrual pain - Dizziness and fatigue - Stomach upset and indigestion - Limb or muscle pain - Drowsiness or sleep problems such as insomnia - Nervousness Some rare side effects that require stopping fexofenadine and seeking immediate medical advice include: - Flu-like symptoms, such as fever, fatigue, chills - Severe cough - Body pain - Symptoms of ear infection, such as fever, ear pain or feeling fullness, breathing problems, or ear discharge What are the precautions for using Telfast? Below are some warnings related to the use of fexofenadine: - Consult a doctor before giving the suspension to children under two years old. - Do not give dissolvable fexofenadine tablets to children under 6 years old, and do not use doses higher than 60, 120, 180 mg for children under 12 years old. - People with kidney disease should consult a doctor before using fexofenadine to ensure it is safe for them. - It is advised to consult a doctor before use by seniors over 65, as fexofenadine may have greater side effects in this group. Also read: Treatment of nasal allergy Fexofenadine and drowsiness Fexofenadine does not significantly cross the blood-brain barrier, which reduces the likelihood of causing drowsiness. Fexofenadine during pregnancy Fexofenadine is classified as category C for safety during pregnancy, meaning it should only be used with caution when the expected benefit outweighs potential harm. Pregnant women should consult a doctor before use, but it is preferable to use other safer alternatives due to insufficient studies on its safety during pregnancy. Fexofenadine during breastfeeding There are no data on fexofenadine crossing into breast milk, so caution should be exercised when used by nursing mothers, after consulting a doctor. What are the drug interactions of Telfast? Patients taking medications, especially chronic ones, should inform their healthcare provider of all drugs and supplements they are using before starting fexofenadine to avoid undesirable drug interactions. Potential drug interactions include: - Drugs affecting the nervous system, such as opioids, sedatives, muscle relaxants, antidepressants, and antiepileptics. - Antacids containing aluminum or magnesium, as they can reduce the body's ability to absorb fexofenadine; these should be taken at least two hours apart. - Monoamine oxidase inhibitors, as some drugs in this class can increase the sedative effects of fexofenadine, leading to increased fatigue, drowsiness, and dizziness. - Anticholinergics, as concurrent use may increase side effects or toxicity; examples include atropine, ipratropium, scopolamine, and tiotropium. - Alcohol, as concurrent use increases the depressive effects on the central nervous system. - Erdafitinib, a cancer treatment drug, as its concurrent use with fexofenadine can increase levels and effects of fexofenadine; it is recommended to separate their use by at least 6 hours. What are the doses and methods of using Telfast? Adult doses include: - For upper respiratory allergy: 60 mg twice daily or 180 mg once daily. - For chronic idiopathic urticaria: 60 mg twice daily or 180 mg once daily. What are the formulations of Telfast? Tablets: 60 mg, 120 mg, 180 mg; Suspension: 20 mg/5 mL. What are the storage conditions for Telfast? The medication should be stored in tightly closed containers, away from light and moisture, at room temperature between 20°C and 25°C.