Aventis
Telfast, known as Allegra in the United States, is a non-drowsy antihistamine that provides 24-hour relief from the symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis, or hayfever. It effectively treats symptoms such as a runny nose, sneezing, an itchy throat and red, watery eyes. Telfast helps reduce the symptoms of an allergic reaction by preventing the effects of the substance histamine within the body. Telfast 180mg is available in packs of 10 and 30 tablets.
Active Ingredients:
Fexofenadine Hydrochloride 180mg.
Inactive Ingredients
Microcrystalline Cellulose, Pregelatinised Maize Starch, Croscarmellose Sodium, Povidone, Magnesium Stearate, Titanium dioxide, Colloidal anhydrous silica, Macrogol 400, Iron Oxide, Hydroxypropyl methyl Cellulose.
Dosage:
Adults and children over 12 years of age - Take one tablet, once a day.
Telfast 180mg is not be used by children under 12 years of age unless advised otherwise by your doctor or pharmacist.
Warnings and Cautions:
Consult with your doctor or pharmacist before using Telfast 180mg if you are pregnant or breast-feeding, have liver or severe kidney problems, or if you are currently taking medication for hypertension (high blood pressure), coronary heart disease or depression (MAOIs)
You should not use Telfast 180mg if you have pressure in the eye (glaucoma), diabetes, an enlarged prostate, bladder problems or difficulty urinating, high blood pressure, heart or blood vessel disease, or an overactive thyroid gland
It is unlikely that Telfast 180mg will cause drowsiness. If, however, you find that you become affected do not drive a vehicle or operate machinery
Do not use Telfast 180mg if you are allergic to Fexofenadine Hydrochloride or any of the other ingredients of Telfast 180mg. Telfast 180mg does not contain sucrose, lactose or gluten
Keep Telfast 180mg out of the reach of children
In some cases, possible side effects of this medication may include: Headaches, Fatigue, Dry mouth, Sleeplessness
Keep Telfast 180mg in a cool, dry place. Store below 25°C/75°F. Protect from direct sunlight.
