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Finadine Benefits & Uses

Finadine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Allergy (Read More - Simple and Effective Home Remedies for Allergy Relief)
Urticaria Pigmentosa
Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)

Other Benefits

Hives
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Tonsillitis
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)

Finadine Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 60 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Or 180 mg once daily
Geriatric	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 60 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Or 180 mg once daily
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 60 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Urticaria Pigmentosa Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Finadine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Finadine is used -

Severe

Anaphylactic reaction
Skin redness
Difficulty breathing
Chest Pain

Mild

Drowsiness
Fatigue
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Headache

Finadine Related Warnings

Is the use of Finadine safe for pregnant women?

Finadine can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Finadine, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Finadine safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Finadine on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Finadine on the Kidneys?

Finadine rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Finadine on the Liver?

Finadine does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Finadine on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Finadine for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Finadine with Other Drugs

Finadine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Calcium Carbonate

Moderate

Rifampicin

Ketoconazole

Erythromycin

Finadine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Finadine unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Glaucoma
Bladder Infection
Drug Allergy
Drug Allergies

Frequently asked Questions about Finadine

Is this Finadine habit forming or addictive?

Finadine does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Finadine will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Finadine only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Finadine is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Finadine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Finadine

You can take Finadine with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Finadine

Consuming Finadine with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Finadine

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Finadine for cold?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Finadine can be taken for relieving symptoms of a cold. However, it is not the best drug to be taken for treating cold. Contact your doctor for the right line of treatment for cold.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Finadine a pain-killer?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Finadine is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called antihistamines. This drug primarily helps in arresting the allergy and relieving symptoms of allergies such as runny nose, non-stop sneezing, and red-watery itchy eyes.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Finadine on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Discontinuation of Finadine on your own can cause unwanted side effects such as a headache, drowsiness, and itching. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Finadine with montelukast?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Finadine can be taken with montelukast. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. Fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and montelukast are available in the market which has been successfully used in treating respiratory tract inflammations and allergies.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Finadine With Paracetamol?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Finadine 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.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Allegra® (fexofenadine hydrochloride)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 163,166

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 566

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Finadine Information

Finadine Benefits & Uses

Finadine Dosage & How to Take

Finadine Side Effects

Finadine Related Warnings

Severe Interaction of Finadine with Other Drugs

Finadine Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Finadine

Finadine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about Finadine

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Finadine for cold?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Question over 5 years ago

Is Finadine a pain-killer?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Finadine on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Finadine with montelukast?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Finadine With Paracetamol?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

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