Telfast® Non-Drowsy And Fast Action Anti-Histamine For Allergy 180 Mg - 15 Tablets

Product Name

• Telfast 180 mg Tablets

Scientific Name

• FEXOFENADINE 180MG TAB

Category Of Telfast Tablets

• ANTIHISTAMINIC TABS

Mechanism Of Action Of Fexofenadine

• H1 histamine receptor antagonist; competes for H1-receptor sites in target cells in the respiratory tract, blood vessels, and gastrointestinal tract.
• Non-sedative third generation

Therapeutic Indications Of Telfast Tablets

• Fexofenadine is used for the relief of allergy symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, itchy, watery, red eyes and itchy nose and throat.
• It is also being used to treat hives.

Method Of Administration Of Telfast Tablets

• Take as indicated by your doctor.
• Do not take with fruit juice.
• Take with a full glass of water.
• One 60 mg tablet every 12 hours or one 120 mg- 180 mg tablet once daily
• Preferred to be taken at bedtime
• Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
• If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
• If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
• Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.

Undesirable Side Effects Of Telfast Tablets

• Headache
• Nausea
• Drowsiness
• Fatigue
• Dizziness
• Diarrhea
• Dry mouth

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Telfast Tablets

• If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, ask your doctor before taking this medicine
• Non-Pharmacological Treatments & Advice To Reduce Common Cold
• Get plenty of rest and drink plenty of fluids.
• Try to breathe moist air. Use a humidifier or take a steamy shower.
• Consume warm fluids (soup or tea) to provide relief for a stuffy nose and to loosen phlegm.
• Eat a well-balanced diet. If you cannot, ensure you are getting enough nutrients by taking a daily multivitamin.
• Avoid dairy products, as they can thicken phlegm.

Warnings & Special Precautions while Taking Telfast Tablets

• Do not take Fexofenadine: If you’re allergic to the active substances or any other component of this medicine.
• Talk to your doctor about all your medical conditions before taking this medicine including:

1. If you have phenylketonuria.
2. If you have kidney problems.
3. Are 65 years of age or older.

• Tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking.
• Antacids that contain aluminum or magnesium hydroxide may alter the effectiveness of Fexofenadine.
• Separate by 2 hours.

Storage Conditions Of Telfast Tablets

• store below 25°c
• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
• Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
• Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.

For More Information About Fexofenadine

• Ask your physician or pharmacist
• Visit Medscape at More Information About Fexofenadine
• Visit Drugbank at More Information About Fexofenadine
• Visit drugs.com at More Information About Fexofenadine
• SFDA website