Treating seasonal allergy symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, itchy throat, or itchy, watery eyes. It is also used to treat hives and skin itching. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Allegra suspension is an antihistamine. It works by blocking a substance in the body called histamine. This helps to decrease allergy symptoms.
Important safety information:
Allegra suspension may cause dizziness. It does not usually cause drowsiness when used under normal circumstances at the recommended doses. However, these effects may be worse if you take Allegra suspension with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Allegra suspension with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
Do NOT take more than the recommended dose or use for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor.
Allegra suspension may interfere with skin allergy tests. If you are scheduled for a skin test, talk to your doctor. You may need to stop taking Allegra suspension for a few days before the tests.
Use Allegra suspension with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects.
Allegra suspension should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN younger than 6 months old; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Allegra suspension while you are pregnant. It is not known if Allegra suspension is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Allegra suspension, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
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Allegra suspension side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Dizziness; headache; stomach upset.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions ; earache; fever; severe or persistent coughing or vomiting.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Can Allegra suspension be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
How should I take Allegra suspension?
Use Allegra suspension as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Take Allegra suspension by mouth with or without food.
Shake well before each use.
Use a measuring device marked for medicine dosing. Ask your pharmacist for help if you are unsure of how to measure your dose.
Do not drink fruit juice at the same time that you take Allegra suspension. Certain fruit juices may decrease Allegra suspension suspension's effectiveness.
If you take antacids that contain aluminum or magnesium, do not take them at the same time as Allegra suspension. Ask your doctor or pharmacist how to take them with Allegra suspension.
If you miss a dose of Allegra suspension, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Allegra suspension.
Who should not take Allegra suspension?
Some medical conditions may interact with Allegra suspension. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have kidney problems or trouble urinating
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Allegra suspension. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Erythromycin or ketoconazole because they may increase the risk of Allegra suspension suspension's side effects
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Allegra suspension may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
Can Allegra suspension be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Allegra suspension be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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