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Overview
TERFENADINE is a Schedule H drug.Terfenadine is an antihistamine. Antihistamines prevent sneezing, runny nose, itching and watering of the eyes, and other allergic symptoms. Terfenadine is used to treat allergies, hives (urticaria), and other allergic inflammatory conditions.
Usage
TERFENADINE is generally used to treat: Hives, UrticariaTERFENADINE can address symptoms like: Sneezing, Runny Nose, Eyes Watery Eyes
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 12yrs
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe
How Do I Take It?
TERFENADINE is generally taken With Food.Route of Administration: Oral
Precautions
- Take each dose with a full glass (8 ounces) of water. Do not crush, break, or chew the tablets. Swallow them whole.
- Do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant. It is not known whether Terfenadine passes into breast milk. Do not take terfenadine without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
- Caution should be exercised in patients with history asthma, lung disease, urinary retention, enlarged prostate, kidney or liver disease, heart disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
- It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
- Avoid alcohol consumption.
Symptoms of Overdosage
TERFENADINE over-dosage can result in: Head Headache, Drowsiness, Irregular Heartbeat, Nausea, VomitCommon Side-Effects
TERFENADINE : Nosebleeds, Skin Rash, Hives, Itchy Skin, Drowsiness, Head Headache, Fatigue (tiredness), Dizziness, Nervousness, Weakness (generalized), Nausea, Vomit, Dry Mouth, Throat Soreness, CoughTechnical Classification
TERFENADINE is categorized as: ANTIHISTAMINES / RESPIRATORY AGENTSStorage Conditions
Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)Available Alternatives
Common Drugs with TERFENADINE as Ingredient
DAYLERT 60MG TAB | TERFENADINE 60.0 MG |
TEFDIN 1%W/W CRM | TERFENADINE 1.0 %W/W |
TEFDIN 250MG TAB | TERFENADINE 250.0 MG |
TERFED 30MG SYP | TERFENADINE 30.0 MG |
TERFED 60MG TAB | TERFENADINE 60.0 MG |
TERFED D 120MG/60MG TAB | TERFENADINE 60.0 MG |
TERFIN 250MG TAB | TERFENADINE 250.0 MG |
TREXYL 30MG SUSP | TERFENADINE 30.0 MG |
TREXYL 60MG TAB | TERFENADINE 60.0 MG |
ZENAD 60MG TAB | TERFENADINE 60.0 MG |