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Cure allergies . Active ingredient - fexofenadine . The mechanism of action is aimed at blocking of H1-histamine receptors. The basic substance is an active metabolite terfenadine . The drug stabilizes the membrane   mast cells It reduces the amount of released histamine Biologically active components. Allergy effect develops an hour after the arrival of the drug into the body Feksadin. Maximum anti-allergic effects recorded after 6 hours duration antiallergic action about a day. Addiction to a drug is not developed. When receiving fexofenadine did not develop the usual for antihistamine side effects: constipation , Disorders of the visual analyzer, dry mouth, cardiotoxic influence (changes in the QT interval in the ECG). Long-term use is not accompanied by weight gain. Elderly people, patients with renal disorders or hepatic systems medicament dose adjustment Feksadin not required. The drug potentiates the action of not alcoholic beverages and medicines which depress the nervous system. Dose-dependent effect was observed when receiving 10-130 mg. Feksadin is available in tablet form, in the form of suspensions (vials of dark colors, the bundle includes a measuring spoon).

Indications and contraindications:

Feksadin at a dosage of 180 mg is recommended for acceptance at a chronically leaking idiopathic urticaria . For treatment hay fever , Seasonal allergic rhinitis Feksadin administered at a dose of 120 mg. The drug is not used until the age of six. Contraindications to breastfeeding, pregnancy, intolerance of fexofenadine.

Side effect:

Use of the drug Feksadin can cause fatigue, dyspepsia, dysmenorrhea , Dizziness, drowsiness, headache, chest pain, photosensitization , Anaphylactic reactions, taste perversion analyzer tachycardia . Higher doses causes an increase in the severity of these side effects is formed dependent on the drug.

Mode of application:

Feksadin from seasonal allergic rhinitis take 1 tablet 120mg, or 10 ml of the suspension once a day. In chronic idiopathic urticaria shown flowing reception 15 ml suspension, a 180 mg one tablet once per day. Fexofenadine children 6-11 years prescribed twice with 2 ml of 5 or 30 mg of an antiallergic agent.

Special instructions:

Reliable information about the safety of anti-allergic drug Feksadin children up to 6 years there. Taking medication does not affect the concentration of attention, performing complex work, operating machinery, driving vehicles.

Drug Interactions:

Co-administration of the drug with Feksadin ketoconazole   or erythromycin   accompanied by increased concentrations of fexofenadine 2-3. This effect is explained by the increase Absorption   in the digestive tract, reduced bile excretion, any significant decrease in gastrointestinal secretions. Antacids Containing Al3 + in the composition or Mg2 + reduce the bioavailability of fexofenadine. The recommended time interval between meals - at least two hours. Clinically significant interactions with fexofenadine omeprazole   It has been recorded. Feksadin not interact with drugs whose metabolism is carried out in the hepatic system. The pharmacy items available without prescription form.