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Usage: Allegra is an antihistamine. Antihistamines work against the naturally occurring chemical histamine in your body. Allegra is used to prevent sneezing, runny nose, itching and watering of the eyes, and other allergic symptoms.
Directions: Take Allegra exactly as directed. If you do not understand these instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you. Take each dose with a full glass of water. Allegra is usually taken twice a day, in the morning and the evening. Follow your doctor's instructions.
Side Effects: Stop taking Allegra and seek emergency medical attention if you experience an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives). Allergic reactions occur only rarely, and other serious side effects are not likely to occur. Some less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take Allegra and talk to your doctor if you experience nausea or an upset stomach. Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
Precautions: Do not take Allegra close to a dose of an antacid that contains aluminum or magnesium such as Rolaids, Maalox, Mylanta, Milk of Magnesia, Pepcid Complete, and others. These antacids may decrease the effects of Allegra .
Drug Interactions: Do not take Allegra close to a dose of an antacid that contains aluminum or magnesium such as Rolaids, Maalox, Mylanta, Milk of Magnesia, Pepcid Complete, and others. These antacids may decrease the effects of fexofenadine. Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Allegra . Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking other medications, including herbal products.
If You Take Too Much: Seek emergency medical attention. Symptoms of an Allegra overdose are not well known.
Missed Dose: Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication.
Storage: Store Allegra at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
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