Allegra D - 60 & 60/120MG

Drug Name: ALLEGRA

IMPORTANT ALLEGRA NOTE:
THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS INTENDED TO SUPPLEMENT, NOT SUBSTITUTE FOR, THE EXPERTISE AND JUDGMENT OF YOUR PHYSICIAN, PHARMACIST OR OTHER HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL. IT SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO INDICATE THAT USE OF THE DRUG IS SAFE, APPROPRIATE, OR EFFECTIVE FOR YOU. CONSULT YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL BEFORE USING ALLEGRA.

FEXOFENADINE-PSEUDOEPHEDRINE EXTENDED RELEASE - ORAL (fex-oh-FEN-uh-deen WITH sue-doh-eff-ED-rin)

COMMON ALLEGRA BRAND NAME(S):
Allegra D

ALLEGRA USES:
Allegra D contains an antihistamine and decongestant used to relieve allergy symptoms such as itchy red eyes, stuffy nose and throat irritation.

HOW TO USE ALLEGRA:
Take Allegra D by mouth on an empty stomach 1 hour before or two hours after meals as directed, usually twice daily. Taking Allegra D with a high fat meal can decrease its effectiveness. Do not take antacids containing aluminum and magnesium within 2 hours of taking Allegra D. Swallow Allegra D whole. Do not crush or chew the Allegra D tablet, and do not take more Allegra D than prescribed. Do not take Allegra D 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 from taking Allegra D. If these persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Unlikely but report promptly these symptoms of Allegra D: dizziness, mental/mood changes, fast heartbeat, fever. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur from Allegra D: fainting, irregular heartbeat. Although drowsiness is very uncommon at usual Allegra D doses under normal circumstances, be aware that drowsiness may occur and may effect the ability to perfom tasks requiring alertness (e.g., driving). If you notice other effects from Allegra D 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 Allegra D drug side effects. Allegra D should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits of Allegra D with your doctor. The pseudoephedrine in Allegra D is excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. Caution is advised when Allegra D is used in the elderly since this group may be more sensitive to Allegra D side effects.

ALLEGRA DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may use, especially: MAO inhibitors (e.g., selegiline, furazolidone, phenelzine, tranylcypromine, moclobemide, procarbazine, linezolid), certain blood pressure drugs (e.g., methyldopa, mecamylamine, reserpine, prazosin), digoxin, all adrenaline-like drugs. Report other drugs which affect the heart rhythm (QTc prolongation), such as: dofetilide, pimozide, quinidine, sotalol, procainamide, sparfloxacin, "water pills" (diuretics such as furosemide or hydrochlorothiazide). Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details if thinking about taking Allegra D. Check the labels carefully on all nonprescription products, such as cough-and-cold medicines which contain antihistamines and decongestants. Consult your pharmacist. Do not take Allegra D for several days before any allergy testing since test results can be affected. Do not start or stop Allegra D or any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

ALLEGRA OVERDOSE:
If Allegra D overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of Allegra D 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 Allegra D with others.

MISSED ALLEGRA DOSE:
If you miss a Allegra D dose, take Allegra D as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next Allegra D dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual Allegra D dosing schedule. Do not double the Allegra D dose to catch up.

ALLEGRA STORAGE:
Store Allegra D at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) and place Allegra D away from light and moisture.