Generic name: Fexofenadine
Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available
What is Wal-Fex?
Fexofenadine is an antihistamine that is used to treat the symptoms of seasonal allergies (hay fever) in adults and children.
Fexofenadine is also used to treat skin itching and hives caused by a condition called chronic idiopathic urticaria in adults and children at least 6 years old.
There are many brands and forms of fexofenadine available. Not all brands are listed on this leaflet.
Fexofenadine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use fexofenadine if you are allergic to it.
Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Older adults may be more sensitive to the effects of this medicine. If you are 65 or older, ask a doctor before taking fexofenadine.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have:
This medicine may contain phenylalanine and could be harmful if you have phenylketonuria (PKU).
- kidney disease.
How should I use Wal-Fex
Use Wal-Fex (Oral) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.
Remove an from the package only when you are ready to take the medicine. Place the tablet on your tongue and allow it to dissolve, without chewing. Swallow several times as the tablet dissolves. orally disintegrating tablet
Always follow directions on the medicine label about giving cough or cold medicine to a child.
Take this medicine with water. only
Take the on an empty stomach. disintegrating tablet
Shake the (liquid) before you measure a dose. Use the dosing cup provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon). oral suspension
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse.
Store fexofenadine in its original package at room temperature, away from moisture and heat. Do not allow liquid medicine to freeze.
- Ask a doctor before giving fexofenadine to a child younger than 2 years old. liquid
- The are not for use in a child younger than 6 years old. disintegrating (melting) tablets
- The of fexofenadine are not for use in a child younger than 12 years old. 12-hour and 24-hour forms
Fexofenadine is used when needed. If you are on a dosing schedule, skip any missed dose. use two doses at one time. Do not
Wal-Fex side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have : hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. signs of an allergic reaction
Stop using fexofenadine and call your doctor at once if you have:
- flu-like symptoms (fever, chills, unusual tiredness);
- new or worsening cough;
- pain; or
- signs of an ear infection--fever, ear pain or full feeling, trouble hearing, drainage from the ear, fussiness in a child.
- headache;
- back pain; or
- cold symptoms such as stuffy nose, sinus pain, sore throat.
Common side effects may include:
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What other drugs will affect Wal-Fex?
Do not take fexofenadine with fruit juice (such as apple, orange, or grapefruit). These juices can make it harder for your body to absorb fexofenadine.
Avoid taking an antacid within 2 hours before or after you take fexofenadine. Fexofenadine should not be used at the same time as antacids that contain magnesium or aluminum.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using other cough or cold medicines that may contain similar ingredients.