Alanil 120 Tablet: Each film-coated tablet contains Fexofenadine Hydrochloride USP 120 mg.
Alanil 180 Tablet: Each film-coated tablet contains Fexofenadine Hydrochloride USP 180 mg.
Alanil 50 ml Suspension: Each 5 ml suspension contains Fexofenadine Hydrochloride USP 30 mg.
Fexofenadine Hydrochloride is an antihistamine with selective peripheral Hâ‚-receptor antagonist activity, which does not cross the blood-brain barrier. In laboratory animals, no anticholinergic, alpha-adrenergic or beta-adrenergic receptor blocking effects were observed. Sedation or other central nervous system effects were not observed. It is rapidly absorbed following oral administration and 60% to 70% bound to plasma proteins. Approximately 5% of the total oral dose is metabolized. The mean elimination half-life of Fexofenadine is 14.4 hours.
Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis:
Alanil is indicated for the relief of symptoms associated with seasonal allergic rhinitis in adults and children.
Symptoms to treat effectively: sneezing, rhinorrhea, itchy nose/palate/throat and itchy/watery/red eyes.
Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria:
Alanil is indicated for treatment of uncomplicated skin manifestations of chronic idiopathic urticaria in adults and children.
Alanil significantly reduces pruritus and the number of wheals.
Route of administration: Oral.
Tablets:Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis and Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria:
Suspension:Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis:
Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria:
Use in Renal Impairment:
In adult patients with decreased renal function a dose of 60 mg once daily is recommended as the starting dose. For pediatric patients with decreased renal function, the recommended starting dose of Fexofenadine is 30 mg once daily for patients 2 to 11 years of age and 15 mg once daily for patients 6 months to less than 2 years of age.
Or as Directed by the Physician.:
With medicine: Co-administration of Fexofenadine with Ketoconazole and Erythromycin led to increased plasma levels of Fexofenadine. Fexofenadine should not be taken closely in time with Aluminum and Magnesium containing antacids.
With food & others: Severe interactions of Fexofenadine include grapefruit.
Overdose:
Overdose symptoms may include dry mouth, dizziness, or drowsiness. If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call your doctor or seek emergency medical attention right away.
Pregnancy: There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. Fexofenadine should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.
Lactation: It is not known if Fexofenadine is excreted in human milk. Caution should be exercised when Fexofenadine is administered to a nursing mother.
Can be used from 6 months of age or above.
Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to Fexofenadine or any ingredients contained in this drug.
Keep all medicines out of reach of children.
Protect from light, store below 30°C temperature and dry place.