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NOVAHIST 180mg Tablet 10s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Fexofenadine:80mg
- Manufactured by : Pacific Pharmaceuticals LTD
- Drug Strength : 80mg
- Drug Form : Tablet
- Pack Size : 10s
- Product SKU : dis_5475
Fexofenadine:80mg | Anti-allergics (Antihistamines) and drugs used in anaphylaxis
Manufactured / Marketed By : Pacific Product Form : TabletPack Size : 10sIngredients : Fexofenadine:80mgGeneric Category : Anti-allergics (Antihistamines) and drugs used in anaphylaxis
How it works
NOVAHIST 180mg Tablet 10s works by reducing a chemical substance called Histamine from the body.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for NOVAHIST 180mg Tablet 10s
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Coughing
- Diarrhea
- Painful menstruation
- Pain in the arms and legs
- Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet severe
- Difficulty in breathing severe
Uses of NOVAHIST 180mg Tablet 10s
What is it prescribed for?
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Allergic Rhinitis
This medicine is used in the treatment of the condition called allergic rhinitis (inflammation of the nose due to overreaction of the immune system due to external factors like allergens). The usual signs and symptoms for allergic rhinitis are stuffy or runny nose, itchy and watery eyes, redness or sneezing nose etc and sometimes swelling in the eyes.
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Chronic Utricaria
This medicine is used in the treatment of the condition called uticaria (a type of rash triggered due to many factors like medicine, food, or any external factors that may result in red and itchy rashes, raised bumps on the skin, etc.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The effect of this medicine can be observed within 1-2 hours of administration.
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Duration of Effect
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 12-14 hours.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known allergy to NOVAHIST 180mg Tablet 10s or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
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Drowsiness
This medicine does not cause drowsiness upon consumption. However, this can happen in some rare cases especially if the medicine taking an overdose or taking with alcohol may cause dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue and dry mouth
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Use in children
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 12 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
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Liver diseases
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of liver function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
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Kidney diseases
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the increased risk of worsening the patient's condition. Close monitoring of kidney function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Erythromycin
- Ketoconazole
- Rifampicin moderate
- Antacids moderate
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moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Close monitoring of kidney function tests, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
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This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver function impairment due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of liver function tests, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
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Do not consume large quantities of juices of fruits like grapefruit, orange, and apple while taking this medicine. These food items should be avoided while taking this medicine.
General Instructions
Take this medicine as instructed by the doctor. Do not take in larger amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking the medicine before completion of the course/without consulting your doctor.
Other details
- To be taken before food
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- Effect on sleep is not established
References
- practo.com - Fexofenadine [Internet]. Available from: https://www.practo.com/medicine-info/fexofenadine-115-api [cited 11/9/2020]. 2017
- pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov - Fexofenadine [Internet]. Available from: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/3348#section=Top [cited 11/9/2020]. 2019
- dailymed.nlm.nih.gov - Fexofenadine [Internet]. Available from: https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=ac0c0247-3b20-445a-84c0-cb7f3939c823 [cited 11/9/2020].
One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver NOVAHIST 180mg Tablet 10s. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.
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