fexofenadine(Allegra)
Second-generation H1 antihistamine
Pronunciation
/fɛksoʊˈfɛnədiːn/
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At a glance
- Generic name
- fexofenadine
- Brand names
- Allegra
- Therapeutic class
- Second-generation H1 antihistamine
- Mechanism (summary)
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Clinical pearls
- Take with water - NOT with fruit juice (decreases absorption by 30-70%).
- Separate from antacids by at least 2 hours.
- Truly non-sedating at recommended doses.
- Available OTC for adults and children >=2 years.
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