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Histigra is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Histigra depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Histigra 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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Is the use of Histigra safe for pregnant women?
Histigra can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Histigra right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Histigra safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Histigra as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Histigra on the Kidneys?
Histigra has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Histigra on the Liver?
Histigra does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Histigra on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Histigra for the heart.
Histigra 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 Histigra unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Histigra habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Histigra has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Histigra does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Histigra only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Histigra cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Histigra
Taking Histigra with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Histigra
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Histigra as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Histigra 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.
Histigra is a brand name of fexofenadine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called antihistamines (H1 receptor blocker). It is used in the treatment of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itchy eyes/nose, sneezing and other types of allergies.
Discontinuation of Histigra 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.
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, Histigra can be taken with ambroxol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported after taking this drug. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug please inform your doctor.
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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
