Allegra
- Uses
Allegra allergy
medication contains an antihistamine and decongestant used to relieve
allergy symptoms such as itchy, red eyes, stuffy nose and throat
irritation.
Allegra
- Directions
Take this medication
by mouth on an empty stomach 1 hour before or two hours after meals
as directed, usually twice daily. Taking this medicine with a high
fat meal can decrease its effectiveness. Do not take antacids containing
aluminum and magnesium within 2 hours of taking this medication.
Swallow the medicine whole. Do not crush or chew the tablet, and
do not take more than prescribed. Do not take this product within
14 days after stopping an MAO Inhibitor (see Drug Interactions).
Allegra
- Side Effects
Nausea, stomach
upset, trouble sleeping, headache, or cold symptoms may occur. If
these persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Unlikely but
report promptly: dizziness, mental/mood changes, fast heartbeat,
fever. Very unlikely but report promptly: irregular pulse, seizures,
fainting. Although drowsiness is very uncommon at usual doses under
normal circumstances, be aware that this medication may have such
an effect before performing tasks requiring alertness (e.g., driving).
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor
or pharmacist.
Allegra
- Precautions
Tell your doctor
your medical history, including: allergies, kidney/urinary problems,
enlarged prostate, glaucoma (narrow angle), severe high blood pressure,
heart disease, diabetes, thyroid problems (hyperthyroid). Limit
alcohol intake, as it may aggravate drug side effects. This medication
should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss
the risks and benefits with your doctor. The pseudoephedrine in
this product is excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before
breast-feeding. Caution is advised when this product is used in
the elderly since this group may be more sensitive to side effects.
Allegra
- Overdose
If overdose
is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency
room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include irregular or
unusually slow or fast heartbeat, unusual nervousness or excitement,
rapid breathing, confusion, hallucinations, and seizures.
Allegra
- Notes
Do not share
this medication with others.
Allegra
- 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.
Allegra
- Storage
Store at room
temperature between 68 and 77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C) away from
sunlight and moisture.
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