Fexofenadine and Pseudoephedrine (Oral Route)

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Fexofenadine and Pseudoephedrine (Oral Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Allegra-D

Description

Fexofenadine is an antihistamine and pseudoephedrine is a decongestant. The combination of these two medicines is used to treat the nasal congestion (stuffy nose), sneezing, and runny nose caused by hay fever.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Do not give any over-the-counter (OTC) cough and cold medicine to a baby or child under 4 years of age. Using these medicines in very young children might cause serious or possibly life-threatening side effects .

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Tablet, Extended Release
  • Tablet, Extended Release, 24 HR
Before Using
Source: 7E110DB7-45D2-4091-AF32FE446B73C650

DR600139

Portions of this document last updated:

June 1, 2009

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