Brand Name(s): Allegra
CAS nº: 83799-24-0
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About Fexofenadine
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Why is this medication prescribed?
Fexofenadine is used to relieve hay fever and allergy symptoms, including runny nose, sneezing, and red, itchy, tearing eyes. It is also used to treat symptoms of hives, including itching and rashes.
Fexofenadine is in a class of medications called antihistamines. It works by blocking histamine, a substance in the body that causes allergic symptoms.
It was developed as a successor of and alternative to terfenadine, an antihistamine with potentially fatal contraindications.
Fexofenadine brand names include Allegra® and Telfast®.
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