Sanofi Allegra FX

Features

●The second-generation antihistamine ingredient fexofenadine hydrochloride is highly effective against painful allergy symptoms such as runny nose, stuffy nose, and sneezing caused by pollen and house dust.
●This is an allergy-specific nasal decongestant that does not affect the brain and does not make you drowsy.
●This medication is unlikely to cause less noticeable declines in ability (impaired performance) such as decreased concentration, judgment, and work efficiency.
●It can be taken on an empty stomach.
●Take one tablet twice a day and the effects will last for a whole day.
*When used to treat seasonal allergic rhinitis symptoms caused by pollen allergies, etc., it is most effective if you start taking the medicine on the predicted pollen dispersion date or as early as possible when symptoms first appear.

[Class 2 OTC drug]

Efficacy and effectiveness

Relief of nasal allergy symptoms caused by pollen, house dust, etc., such as sneezing, runny nose, and stuffy nose

<Notes regarding efficacy and effectiveness>

Dosage and Administration

For adults (15 years and older), take 1 tablet twice a day, in the morning and evening.
[Age: Single dose: Number of times to be taken]
Adults (15 years and older): 1 tablet: twice a day in the morning and evening
Under 15 years old: Do not take

<Caution regarding usage and dosage>

(1) Please strictly adhere to the prescribed usage and dosage.
(2) When used for seasonal allergic rhinitis symptoms such as pollen allergies, it is most effective to start taking the medicine on the predicted pollen dispersion date or as early as possible when symptoms first appear.
(3) The medicine is most effective when taken continuously.
(4) If symptoms do not improve after one week of use, consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered distributor. Also, if symptoms improve but you plan to continue using the drug for more than two weeks, consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered distributor.
(5) How to take out the tablets
Press firmly with your fingertips on the raised part of the tablet sheet to break the membrane on the back, remove the tablet and take it. (If the tablet is swallowed by mistake with the sheet still on, it may pierce the esophageal mucosa or cause other unexpected accidents.)

Ingredients and quantities

In 2 tablets <br>Fexofenadine hydrochloride 120mg

[Additives]

Microcrystalline cellulose, partially pregelatinized starch, croscarmellose sodium (Cross CMC-Na), magnesium stearate, light anhydrous silicic acid, hypromellose (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose), povidone, titanium dioxide, macrogol 400, red ferric oxide, yellow ferric oxide

<Notes regarding ingredients and quantities>

Dosage form

Tablets (oral use)

Usage notes

■Things you shouldn't do (Failure to follow these instructions may worsen current symptoms or increase the risk of side effects or accidents.)
1. Do not take this medicine if you are:
(1) People who have experienced allergic symptoms due to this drug or its ingredients. (2) Children under 15 years of age
2. Do not use any of the following medicines while taking this drug.
Other allergy medications (including medicines for skin diseases and oral medications for rhinitis), oral medications containing antihistamines (cold medicines, antitussives and expectorants, motion sickness medicines, hypnotics, sedatives, etc.), antacids (preparations containing aluminum hydroxide or magnesium hydroxide), erythromycin
3. Do not drink alcohol before or after taking this medicine.
4. If you are breastfeeding, do not take this medicine or avoid breastfeeding if you take this medicine.
(Animal testing has shown that it is excreted in milk.)
■Things to consult about
1. The following people should consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered distributor before taking this medicine.
(1) People receiving medical treatment from a doctor (2) People who do not know whether their rhinitis is due to allergic rhinitis or another cause such as a cold (3) People who have been diagnosed with other allergies, such as bronchial asthma or atopic dermatitis (4) People with severe nasal congestion (5) Pregnant women or those suspected to be pregnant (6) Elderly people (7) People who have had allergic reactions to medicine, etc.
2. If the following symptoms occur after taking this medicine, these may be side effects, so stop taking the medicine immediately and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered distributor with this package insert.
[Affected area: Symptoms]
Skin: Swelling of the throat, eyelids, lips, etc., rash, itching, hives, redness of the skin <br>Digestive system: Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, indigestion <br>Nervous system: numbness, headache, fatigue, lethargy, dizziness, insomnia, irritability, nightmares, sleep disorders <br>Urinary system: frequent urination, difficulty urinating <br>Others: palpitations, abnormal taste, edema, chest pain, difficulty breathing, elevated blood pressure, menstrual irregularities. In rare cases, the following serious symptoms may occur. If this occurs, consult a doctor immediately.
[Name of symptom: Symptom]
Shock (anaphylaxis): Immediately after taking the medicine, symptoms may include itchy skin, hives, hoarseness, sneezing, itchy throat, shortness of breath, palpitations, and confusion.
Liver dysfunction: Symptoms include fever, itching, rash, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes), brown urine, general fatigue, and loss of appetite.
Agranulocytosis: Sudden high fever, chills, sore throat, etc.
Leukopenia: Sudden high fever, chills, sore throat, etc.
Neutropenia: Sudden high fever, chills, sore throat, etc.
3. The following symptoms may occur after taking this medicine. If these symptoms persist or worsen, discontinue use and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered distributor.
Dry mouth, constipation, diarrhea, drowsiness

Storage and handling precautions

(1) Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
(2) Keep out of reach of children.
(3) Do not transfer to other containers. (This may cause misuse or change the quality.)
(4) Do not use products that have passed their expiration date.