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Fextral 180 Mg Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Allergic Rhinitis. Fextral 180 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Fextral 180 Mg Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Fextral 180 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Fextral 180 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Fextral 180 Mg Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Fextral 180 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Fextral 180 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Drug Allergy, Drug Allergies must refrain from the use of Fextral 180 Mg Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Fextral 180 Mg Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Fextral 180 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Fextral 180 Mg Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Fextral 180 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fextral 180 Mg Tablet is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Fextral 180 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Fextral. It is best to stop taking Fextral immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Fextral 180 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Fextral has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Fextral 180 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Fextral on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Fextral 180 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Fextral does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Fextral 180 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Fextral for the heart.
Fextral 180 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fextral 180 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fextral 180 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Fextral 180 Mg Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Fextral 180 Mg Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Fextral 180 Mg Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Fextral 180 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Fextral 180 Mg Tablet
It is safe to take Fextral 180 Mg Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fextral 180 Mg Tablet
Taking alcohol with Fextral 180 Mg Tablet can be dangerous.
Yes, Fextral can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug-drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking them together then discuss with your doctor.
Yes, Fextral can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug inform your doctor immediately.
Fextral works by blocking the action of histamine which is responsible for allergies in our body. This helps to relieve symptoms of allergies, such as runny nose, sneezing, redness, watery, and itchy eyes. This drug also helps to relieve itching caused due to urticaria (hives).
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Yes, Fextral is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as drowsiness, diarrhea, constipation, weakness, and tiredness.
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