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Allegra 60 mg



What is Allegra 60?

Allegra 60 is the 60 mg dose of Allegra (generic name fexofenadine). Allegra 60 comes in tablet form (disintegrated pill is available) and must be ingested orally. All forms of Allegra, including the Allegra 60 mg tablet, are available over the counter without prescription.

Allegra 60 is an antihistamine that relieves the symptoms of allergies, including itchy or runny noses, itchy throat, watery or red eyes and sinus headaches. In addition to fighting allergy symptoms, Allegra 60 is used to impede hives and rashes from forming on the body. 

How Should I Take Allegra 60 mg?

You must take Allegra 60 orally once or twice a day with or without food. Allegra 60 mg should never be taken with orange or grapefruit juices; the drug ideally should be taken with water. Fruit juices are not recommended with Allegra 60 mg because the juice’s chemical makeup impedes the body from absorbing the entire drug. 

Instructions concerning proper dosage levels vary based on the patient’s individual needs; regardless of the specifics it is important that you adhere to the directions located on the drug’s label or those provided by your doctor. Failure to adhere to instructions provided on the box or those offered by your doctor will increase the chances of forming Allegra side effects. If the side effects of the Allegra 60 mg capsule are painful or persistent is severe or persistent you must discontinue use and contact your doctor for further instruction. Most patients should not experience any adverse side effects with the Allegra 60 mg tablet. If side effects are noticeable, they will typically come in the form of the following:

Side Effects of Allegra 60 mg include: coughing, menstrual cramps, fever, dizziness, stuffy nose, earaches and an upset stomach. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, your doctor or pharmacist should be contacted. 

Allegra 60 MG Precautions: 

Before taking Allegra 60 mg, you must inform your doctor of any allergies or dependencies. Your doctor will want to know your medical history before suggesting Allegra 60 mg, particularly as it pertains to your kidneys. Also, you must limit alcohol intake on Allegra 60. Please discuss the risks and benefits of Allegra 60 mg with your doctor or pharmacist.  

If you overdose on Allegra (if you notice severe Allegra 60 mg side effects), please contact your the poison control center or your local emergency room as soon as possible. For patients in the United States, the national Poison Hotline can be contacted at 1-800-222-1222. 

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